Scavista, Ivermectin

Scavista is an anti-parasitic medication that is used in the treatment of certain parasitic roundworm infections, heartworm disease, and hookworm infections. Scavista treats parasitic infections of the skin, eyes, and intestinal tract.

Scavista works by paralyzing and killing the parasites in the beginning stages of its growth before it gets to mature. Scavista works by binding to the muscle and nerve cells of the parasitic worms thus leading to their paralysis and death. Scavista is used as a long-term treatment to prevent infection and also eliminate any current infections. Scavista can also be effective for preventing intestinal infections caused by hookworms or roundworms