# Ivermectin clarification

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Podcast: [Dr. John Campbell](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dr-john-campbell-7851784)
Published: 2026-08-01T13:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://traffic.megaphone.fm/VG9690101713.mp3
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## Resource

Ivermectin, is a Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved antiparasitic drug, https://www.covid19treatmentguidelines.nih.gov/therapies/antiviral-therapy/ https://www.covid19treatmentguidelines.nih.gov/therapies/antiviral-therapy/ivermectin/ Direct from official FDA site used to treat several neglected tropical diseases, including onchocerciasis, helminthiases, and scabies. For these indications, ivermectin has been widely used and is generally well-tolerated Ivermectin is not approved by the FDA for the treatment of any viral infection. Proposed Mechanism of Action and Rationale for Use in Patients With COVID-19 (in vitro studies) suggest that ivermectin acts by, Inhibiting host importin nuclear transport proteins Interfere with SARS-CoV-2 spike protein attachment to the human cell membrane Some studies of ivermectin have also reported potential anti-inflammatory properties Shown to inhibit replication of SARS-CoV-2 in cell cultures COVID-19 medical misinformation policy https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/9891785 https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/11161123 If you're posting content Don't post content on YouTube if it includes any of the following: Treatment misinformation: Content that claims that there's a guaranteed cure for COVID-19 Content that recommends use of Ivermectin or Hydroxychloroquine for the treatment of COVID-19 Categorical claims that Ivermectin is an effective treatment for COVID-19 Claims that Ivermectin and Hydroxychloroquine are safe to use in the prevention of COVID-19 Other content that discourages people from consulting a medical professional or seeking medical advice Prevention misinformation: Content that promotes prevention methods that contradict local health authorities or the WHO. Claims that there is a guaranteed preventi…

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