FDA gives emergency approval to screwworm over-the-counter pet drug
Summary
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) gave emergency approval for a generic pill that pets can take without a prescription. This pill treats New World screwworm, a parasite that affects dogs, cats, and livestock. Officials confirmed several cases of this parasite in cattle in Texas and New Mexico.Key Facts
- The FDA approved an over-the-counter generic tablet to treat New World screwworm in pets.
- This is the first generic animal drug authorized against the screwworm parasite.
- The approval was granted as an emergency use authorization.
- Screwworm parasites have been found in at least seven cattle in Texas and New Mexico.
- The drug works by killing the parasite to protect affected animals.
- New World screwworm is a parasite that can hurt pets and livestock if untreated.
- Over-the-counter means pet owners can buy the drug without a vet prescription.
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