be. They don't know how to recognize an illness cause by Ivermectin. They don't know how to treat an illnes or an overdose of Ivermectin. They don't even know that Ivermectin was originally manufactured for use in cattle and horses.
I think most of society is overly casual about the use of drugs. Any drugs. Having worked in a Drs office for many years do you know that we have to ask separately if women take birth control pills? When simply asked if they take any prescription medications they answer NO! I like to blame television for a lot of things - and along those lines I partially blame t.v. for our casual approach to medications. We see it constantly (here in the US) as advertisements. "Have this symptom? Take this!" Most people simply don't even know that they can take too much Tylenol or Advil or aspirin; many mix OTC medications without reading the labels, giving themselves accidental overdoses.... when those same people start playing with something like Ivermectin it is scary. Vets and Doctors need to also be less casual about giving out things without better education to the patient.
I use injectable ivermectin on my sheep immediately after they lamb. I also use it on my horses, which was its original intent. I use a different class of wormer on my flock when they come back from pasture for the winter. Throughout the rest of the year I give my sheep garlic! I do NOT use ivermectin for my dogs; but use another product specifically made for collie-type dogs.
It boils down to the same 'ol thing. The consumer needs to be aware and educated and make choices. Many drugs/medications are useful and can be lifesaving used as they are intended. In the wrong hands almost anything can be deadly.
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