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Texas House Passes Bill for Over-the-Counter Ivermectin Sales

8/28/2025

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The Texas House passed House Bill 25, permitting over-the-counter sales of ivermectin without a prescription, awaiting Senate approval and Governor Abbott's signature.
Proponents claim it enhances access, while critics caution it may lead to misuse and fatalities.
The bill has been criticized for favoring ivermectin over other treatments and its swift legislative process.
Ivermectin's effectiveness against COVID-19 is contested, with numerous studies indicating minimal benefits.

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The Texas House passed House Bill 25, permitting over-the-counter sales of ivermectin without a prescription, awaiting Senate approval and Governor Abbott's signature.
Proponents claim it enhances access, while critics caution it may lead to misuse and fatalities.
The bill has been criticized for favoring ivermectin over other treatments and its swift legislative process.
Ivermectin's effectiveness against COVID-19 is contested, with numerous studies indicating minimal benefits.