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Lawmakers Propose Over-the-Counter Ivermectin Amid FDA Concerns

4/28/2025

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Pennsylvania State Rep. Jacob Banta is pushing for a bill to allow over-the-counter sales of ivermectin, emphasizing its historical safety. Yet, recent NIH findings cast doubt on its effectiveness against COVID-19, and the FDA has not sanctioned its use for this virus. The proposal remains in the pipeline, awaiting formal introduction.

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Pennsylvania State Rep. Jacob Banta is pushing for a bill to allow over-the-counter sales of ivermectin, emphasizing its historical safety. Yet, recent NIH findings cast doubt on its effectiveness against COVID-19, and the FDA has not sanctioned its use for this virus. The proposal remains in the pipeline, awaiting formal introduction.