topic : Ivermectin
Case Reports
Phorids, Not Gnats: Ivermectin Treatment of Scuttle Fly Myiasis in a Tennessee Nursing Home Resident - A Case Report
Volume 1, No 1
Lynn Frierson Faust
A 94-year-old nursing home resident experienced rapid weight loss and severe lethargy. Her room became infested with small flies identified as Megaselia scalaris. A simple treatment protocol eliminated the infestation, improving her quality of life. Awareness of M. scalaris myiasis among healthcare personnel remains limited.
Review Articles
Ivermectin, a Molecular Swiss Army Knife: A Review of Mechanisms, Indications and Safety Concerns in Drug Repurposing
Volume 1, No 1
Matthew Halma, Paola Vottero
Ivermectin, renowned for treating parasitic diseases, shows promise in addressing broader health challenges, including bacterial, viral, and cancer therapies. With a strong safety profile and no demonstrated reproductive harm, this review underscores its expanding applications while advocating for further research to evaluate its potential benefits and risks in new therapeutic areas.
