topic : Ivermectin
Case Reports
Phorids, Not Gnats: Ivermectin Treatment of Scuttle Fly Myiasis in a Tennessee Nursing Home Resident - A Case Report
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
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.
