House to quiz FDA on barring use of anti-parasitic drug Ivermectin vs COVID-19MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives is slated to probe the use of anti-parasitic drug Ivermectin—a drug used in veterinary medicine—as a possible treatment for the coronavirus. READ: Using anti-parasitic drug Ivermectin to treat COVID-19 dangerous — DOH, FDAOn Thursday, Rep. Enrico Pineda (1-PACMAN Party-list) filed a House resolution demanding the FDA explain its decision on Ivermectin. Pineda claimed Ivermectin "was found to reduce the effects of COVID-19 on infected patients when used with vitamins and supplements." “While we understand the prudence being exercised by the FDA, this is quite an unprecedented international health emergency,” he said. Experts have acknowledged that claims of success taking the animal drug are anecdotal at best, however.

Source: Philippine Star March 29, 2021 10:30 UTC