In this episode of Critical Matters, we will discuss Ivermectin as a potential treatment for COVID-19. During the COVID-19 Delta surge, we have seen a sharp increase in the noise surrounding the use of Ivermectin. A record number of prescriptions have been filled during the last months and numerous news stories report families suing hospitals refusing to provide Ivermectin to patients. We will discuss the available evidence and the role of misinformation in this phenomenon.

Additional Resources:

The FDA approved drug Ivermectin inhibits replications of SARS-CoV2 in vitro: https://bit.ly/3ayUhvE

Ivermectin to prevent hospitalizations in patients with COVID-19 (IVER-COVID 19): https://bit.ly/3DCOwJZ

Effect of Ivermectin on Time to Resolution of Symptoms among Adults with Mild COVID-19: https://bit.ly/3v8QaQw

Ivermectin for Prevention and Treatment of COVID-19 Infection: A Systematic Review, Meta-analysis, and Trial Sequential Analysis to Inform Clinical Guidelines: https://bit.ly/3lB7rPh

Ivermectin for the Treatment of Coronavirus Disease 2019: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis: https://bit.ly/3mU9s8w

Ivermectin for preventing and treating COVID-19: Review: https://bit.ly/30dDzQD

Books Mentioned in this Episode:

Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don’t Know by Adam Grant: https://amzn.to/3j1CrGy