FDA Greenlights Emergency Generic Drug to Halt New World Screwworm in Cattle
· Texas Border Business
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Bimectin (ivermectin) injection to prevent New World screwworm (NWS) infestations in cattle. This treatment is effective when administered within 24 hours of birth, during castration, or when wounds appear. However, it is not approved for lactating dairy cows or calves intended for veal. The FDA emphasizes the importance of following a 35-day withdrawal period before slaughter to ensure food safety. Bimectin is available over the counter and is a generic alternative to Ivomec, which was previously authorized for similar use.
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