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Ivermectin (Mectizan)

A mixture of mostly avermectin H2B1a (RN 71827-03-7) with some avermectin H2B1b (RN 70209-81-3), which are macrolides from STREPTOMYCES avermitilis. It binds glutamate-gated chloride channel to cause increased permeability and hyperpolarization of nerve and muscle cells. It also interacts with other CHLORIDE CHANNELS. It is a broad spectrum antiparasitic that is active against microfilariae of ONCHOCERCA VOLVULUS but not the adult form.
Also Known As:
Mectizan; Stromectol; Eqvalan; Ivomec; MK-933; MK 933; MK933
Networked: 3421 relevant articles (631 outcomes, 694 trials/studies)

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1. Kamgno, Joseph: 54 articles (04/2022 - 07/2002)
2. Boussinesq, Michel: 51 articles (11/2021 - 07/2002)
3. Wanji, Samuel: 40 articles (06/2022 - 08/2004)
4. Colebunders, Robert: 37 articles (03/2022 - 08/2016)
5. Hoerauf, Achim: 29 articles (01/2022 - 04/2003)
6. Richards, Frank O: 28 articles (12/2020 - 09/2002)
7. Weil, Gary J: 27 articles (07/2022 - 08/2014)
8. Stolk, Wilma A: 24 articles (01/2021 - 11/2005)
9. Unnasch, Thomas R: 23 articles (11/2021 - 06/2004)
10. Mackenzie, Charles D: 22 articles (01/2021 - 10/2002)

Related Diseases

1. Infections
2. Onchocerciasis
3. COVID-19
4. Scabies (Sarcoptic Mange)
5. Filarial Elephantiasis (Lymphatic Filariasis)

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2. Diethylcarbamazine (Hetrazan)
3. Anthelmintics
4. Permethrin (Ambush)
5. moxidectin
6. doramectin
7. Ivermectin (Mectizan)
8. Fenbendazole
9. Doxycycline (Periostat)
10. Levamisole (Decaris)

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1. Therapeutics
2. Mass Drug Administration
3. Aftercare (After-Treatment)
4. Injections
5. Drug Therapy (Chemotherapy)