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Ivermectin

Level 3ContestedIn Winter's Dictionary

Ivermectin is a veterinary drug — Drug to treat worms in animals

Also: Mectizan, Ivermectin

What it does

Drug to treat worms in animals

Where you'll see it

Beef, pork, reindeer

What the research says

Poison by injection under the skin. Potential adverse human effects include dizziness.

Regulatory status

  • Notes: FDA residue limits 15-20 ppb

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): potential adverse human effects include dizziness