Screwworm meds for dogs, cats get emergency authorization. Should you get them for your pet?
Summary
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) gave emergency approval for a medicine to treat the New World screwworm parasite found in a dog in New Mexico. This medicine can help pets like dogs and cats fight this harmful parasite.Key Facts
- The New World screwworm is a parasite that eats flesh and can harm animals.
- A case of this parasite was found in a small dog in New Mexico.
- The FDA acted quickly to allow special use of a medicine to address the parasite.
- The emergency use authorization lets vets use this medicine to treat affected pets.
- The parasite poses a health risk to pets, so treatment is important.
- The authorization is temporary and for urgent situations involving this parasite.
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