RE: I broke down and got a scrip for Ivermectin for prophylaxis
What doctor prescribes this for prophylaxis? What state do you live in?
California.
I paid $59.00 for the consult at speaktoanmd.com . Filled out the form on line, got a call back the next day.
Took the scrip to my local pharmacy, and walked out with a month’s supply, plus a Z-pack, just in case. You can order from their pharmacy if you prefer, or if don’t want to risk that your local won’t fill the scrip, but I understand that might be more expensive.
All doctors have the right to prescribe what they think will work. The problems come when the lawsuits start. If something is not approved for what you used it for, you could be sued. I live in Texas and most doctors I know will listen to what you say if it's not dangerous. If it's obviously dangerous, maybe not.
That was the thing about the HCQ argument. It was 70 years old, used by millions, with very few side effects. It became obvious that the people that didn't like it were for the Pharma companies. It is used today for arthritis and Lupus with no problems. A friend of mine goes to Belize a couple of times a year and he can buy HCQ at the corner convenience store over the counter. When the media was screaming HCQ will kill you, any thinking person knew they were lying to go against Trump.
Ivermectin is used for worms and parasites. Even if your doctor won't give it to you you can get it for animals at a feed store.
My family doctor will give either one to me for asking if I choose. If I asked for Vicodin I wouldn't get it, but these drugs should be over the counter. Ivermectin pills are from the pharmacy but the paste is over the counter for animals. You might be surprised at the drugs available at a feed store.