Ivermectin is making headlines amid a controversy over the medication's rising use during the pandemic. Some people eager for protection point to the drug's @US_FDA approval as reason to use the medication for treatment against COVID-19, but that approval only extends to treatment for parasitic infections and some skin conditions.

UW Medicine clinical pharmacist Rupali Jain says ivermectin should only be taken when it is prescribed for approved uses at a correct dosage. Rumors surrounding the medication are driving a dangerous trend -- with some people taking doses that are far too large, or even seeking out a highly potent animal form of the drug. Jain explains the potential dangers and misinformation surrounding ivermectin in this video.

Ongoing FDA clinical trials are assessing whether ivermectin at any dosage is effective against COVID-19: [ Ссылка ]

Official health leaders agree that getting vaccinated is the safest and most effective way to protect yourself against severe COVID-19 illness. Free vaccinations are available through UW Medicine: [ Ссылка ]

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