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Ivermectin Misuse and Poisoning

The misuse of ivermectin, particularly veterinary ivermectin, and the resulting poisonings and severe illnesses.

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Jan 19, 2026

What are the documented harms from using veterinary ivermectin products in humans and how have public health agencies responded?

The use of veterinary ivermectin products by humans has produced documented cases of overdose, poisoning symptoms and treatment delays, prompting clear warnings and coordinated responses from major pu...

Jan 5, 2026

What are the FDA and CDC warnings about using veterinary ivermectin in humans and the data behind them?

Federal health agencies warn strongly against using veterinary ivermectin in humans because it is not approved for COVID-19, can be highly concentrated and toxic, and because real‑world signals—rising...