Tag: Veterinary vs human medicine

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has repeatedly warned against using animal-grade ivermectin, which can be highly concentrated and toxic to humans. This article clarifies what type of ivermectin can a human take, emphasizing that only specific, FDA-approved formulations obtained via a prescription are safe for people.

Ivermectin is an FDA-approved prescription medication used in humans to treat parasitic worm infections like strongyloidiasis and onchocerciasis. While it is a valuable tool in medicine when used correctly and under a doctor's supervision, there is significant danger in self-medicating or using formulations intended for animals.