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Anti-parasite drug for animals ivermectin flying off store shelves as COVID spikes

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still trying to get their hands on a drug commonly used to treat or prevent parasites in animals in order to protect themselves against the coronavirus.The drug, ivermectin, has been reportedly flying off stores shelves in multiple states, including Texas and Oklahoma, even though it has not been approved for treating or preventing COVID-19 in humans. "Ivermectin dispensing by retail pharmacies has increased, as has use of veterinary formulations available over the counter but not intended for human use," the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday. "FDA has cautioned about the potential risks of use for prevention or treatment of COVID-19."Earlier this month, the FDA said it has seen a "growing interest" in the drug and.

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