🪱 What Parasites Does Ivermectin Kill — and What Happens After?
Ivermectin is not a broad “kill-everything” drug. It is highly specific in what it targets and how it works. 🔬 How Ivermectin Works (Mechanism of Action) Ivermectin binds to glutamate-gated chloride ion channels found in the nerve and muscle cells of certain parasites. This causes: Increased chloride ion influx Paralysis of the parasite Eventual death due to inability to feed, move, or maintain cellular balance Humans do not have these channels, which is why ivermectin—when properly dosed—is generally safe for approved uses. Source: Campbell WC. Ivermectin and Abamectin. Springer-Verlag NIH / PubChem – Ivermectin Mechanism https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Ivermectin 🧫 Parasites Ivermectin Is Known to Kill ✅ 1. Nematodes (Roundworms) Ivermectin is especially effective against nematodes, including: Strongyloides stercoralis → Causes strongyloidiasis (intestinal infection that can become life-threatening if untreated) Onchocerca volvulus → Causes river blindness (on...
