FDA green lights more screwworm medications: Should you give them to your pets?
Summary
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved emergency use of additional medicines to stop and treat infestations caused by the New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite, near the U.S.-Mexico border. These medications can be used to protect pets from this threat.Key Facts
- The FDA has given emergency authorization for new drugs to combat the New World screwworm.
- The New World screwworm is a parasite that eats the flesh of animals.
- This parasite is spreading along the U.S.-Mexico border area.
- The authorized medicines can be used on pets to prevent and treat infestations.
- Emergency use authorization allows faster access to important medicines during urgent situations.
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