A quick search of Pubmed shows no randomized double blinded control studies for ivermectin and covid. Therefore, its all speculation at this point.
“its all speculation at this point.” And it may be for a while.
Ivermectin brand name Stromectol, oral tablet is used to treat parasitic infections of your intestinal tract, skin, and eyes. But, according to the FDA, it carries some serious side effects:
Pain in your neck and back,
Serious eye problems:
redness
bleeding
swelling
pain
loss of vision
Shortness of breath
Inability to control urination
Inability to control bowel movements
Trouble standing or walking
Confusion
Extreme tiredness
Extreme drowsiness
Seizures
Coma
Dangerously low blood pressure
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