FDA Approves New Drug for Screwworms

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The FDA has approved nitenpyram to combat the resurgence of New World screwworms in Texas and New Mexico.

FDA just approved nitenpyram — originally for fleas — to tackle the deadly New World screwworm making a comeback in Texas and New Mexico. This fast-acting treatment kills larvae within hours, but requires vet help and isn’t a prevention tool. With cases rising and the pest moving north from Panama, pet owners need to stay alert — especially for open wounds on dogs and cats over 2 pounds and 4 weeks old. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/61ecf39a5d0498fe

Topics covered

• FDA approval
• screwworms
• pet care
• veterinary medicine
• pest control

Keywords

• FDA
• nitenpyram
• screwworms
• Texas
• New Mexico
• pet owners
• veterinary treatment

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Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: FDA

Products: nitenpyram

Places: Texas, New Mexico, Panama, New World screwworm

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