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FDA Approves Over-the-Counter Screwworm Drug

Updated 2026-06-11 14:55 UTC 1 source Neutral

The FDA granted emergency use authorization to a generic over-the-counter tablet for treating New World screwworm in dogs and cats. The approval comes as officials in Texas and New Mexico are dealing with the parasite.

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The Food and Drug Administration on Thursday granted emergency use authorization to a generic over-the-counter tablet to treat New World screwworm in dogs and cats, the first generic animal drug authorized for use against the parasite. The authorization comes as officials in Texas and New Mexico con
2026-06-11 14:36 UTC
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