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Ivermectin and COVID-19

FDA materials and medicines information warn against unapproved uses, notably repeated public interest around COVID-19.

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Jan 18, 2026
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What are the standard dosing regimens for oral ivermectin by indication (strongyloidiasis, onchocerciasis, scabies) according to FDA labeling and dosing guides?

Oral ivermectin (Stromectol) is FDA‑approved for two human parasitic infections: intestinal strongyloidiasis and onchocerciasis; the FDA label documents a single 200 micrograms/kg dose for strongyloid...

Jan 17, 2026
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What are the pharmacokinetic thresholds for ivermectin neurotoxicity in humans and how do reported serum levels in veterinary‑product cases compare?

Ivermectin produces neurotoxicity in humans when it accumulates in the central nervous system — a process normally blocked by P‑glycoprotein — and clinical reports link toxicity to doses well above st...

Jan 18, 2026

What are the recommended weight‑based ivermectin dosing schedules for common parasitic infections?

Ivermectin dosing for human parasitic infections is weight‑based and typically ranges from about 150 to 400 micrograms per kilogram (mcg/kg) depending on the pathogen, the clinical scenario, and publi...