Interest in ivermectin — an anti-parasitic medication — has surged amid this summer’s rapid rise in coronavirus infections fueled by the delta variant. Prominent conservative media figures and politicians have promoted the drug as an effective treatment for covid-19, despite a lack of scientific evidence proving it has benefits. As ivermectin prescriptions soar, some people are now taking the form of the drug intended for large animals, leading to spikes in calls to poison control centers around

Let’s start with the facts: Ivermectin completely misses a ton of parasites, including: Liver flukes Tapeworms Hookworms (resistance is growing fast) Giardia Blastocystis hominis Toxoplasma gondii Many protozoa Encysted or tissue-dwelling parasites So even if it feels like it’s working, you’re only scratching the surface. Some folks say Ivermectin gave them relief—and I believe them. When your body’s overwhelmed with parasites, knocking out anything can make you feel better… temporarily. But her