Trichinosis is a serious health issue that affects both humans and animals. Unfortunately, current treatments often face problems like resistance and poor absorption in the body. This means scientists are always looking for better ways to fight this parasite. One approach is to improve how well drugs work by using new methods. A recent study focused on using ivermec...
In Denmark, a recent study looked at how well ivermectin works against strongylid worms in horses. These worms are everywhere and can make horses very sick. One big problem is that these worms are getting resistant to the drugs meant to kill them. Some countries in Europe have made rules to limit how often these drugs can be used. The goal is to slow down the worms' ...
Loa loa, a parasitic worm, has long been seen as relatively harmless. However, for those with high levels of microfilariae in their blood, taking ivermectin can lead to serious problems. These issues can range from mild to severe, with encephalopathy being a major concern. The current thinking is that problems start when microfilarial densities (MFD) hit 8, 000 per m...
The buzz around ivermectin as a COVID-19 treatment has been loud and clear on Twitter. A dive into 5051 tweets from January 2022 showed a split in opinions. Over half of the tweets, 53. 4%, were thumbs up for ivermectin. That's a lot of people thinking it could be a good idea. But not everyone was on board. A smaller group, 11%, were against it. They had their doubts...
Ivermectin has been a hot topic when it comes to treating COVID-19. But does it really work? A recent study looked at 19 different trials involving 1, 111 patients to find out. These trials compared Ivermectin to either a placebo or the usual standard of care. The study checked if Ivermectin helped with things like reducing deaths, speeding up recovery, or shortenin...
Imagine tiny dung beetles, hard at work in forests and pastures, facing a double whammy: rising temperatures and pesticides. These beetles are crucial for keeping our ecosystems clean, but they're under threat. Let's dive into what happens when they're exposed to high temperatures and a common drug called ivermectin. Ivermectin is a drug used to treat parasi...
First off, let's talk about chickens and mites. Mites are tiny, pesky critters that can cause big problems for backyard chicken flocks. They can make chickens itchy and uncomfortable, and in some cases, they can even spread diseases. To combat these unwanted guests, many chicken owners turn to ivermectin, a medication typically given as an injection, but sometimes us...
During the COVID-19 pandemic, two drugs, hydroxychloroquine and ivermectin, became popular among people in the US. These drugs were used to treat COVID-19, even though they were originally meant for other things. The use of these drugs was not well understood, especially among different groups of people. A study looked at insurance claims from 8. 1 million people ac...
Ever heard of Cutaneous Larva Migrans (CLM)? It's a skin condition that makes you itch like nothing else. It's common in tropical areas and spreads from animals to humans. This condition is tricky to spot, but doctors have a secret weapon: dermoscopy. Dermoscopy is like a magnifying glass for the skin. It helps doctors see tiny details that the naked eye can't. It's...
Ivermectin, a versatile medication, combating various parasitic infections. It's not simply about malaria or mosquitoes. Its influence extends to other diseases present in Africa. This isn't something new. Africa has had a long history with parasites. Using ivermectin to fight them off can have a significant effect. However, it's not working alone. There's more to ...