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Ivermectin (Campbell et al. 1983) has been extensively tested in human onchocerciasis, and is now considered the drug of choice. In a single yearly dose, it suppresses microfilariae in the skin and eyes, and in most infected persons prevents disease progression. It also shows considerable promise for treatment of lymphatic filariasis and strongyloidiasis.
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Greene, B.M., Brown, K.R., Taylor, H.R. (1989). Use of Ivermectin in Humans. In: Campbell, W.C. (eds) Ivermectin and Abamectin. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4612-3626-9_21
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