ReutersFollowing an observational study, researchers call for large-scale trials around the worldWhile multiple vaccines are undergoing clinical trials across the globe, an observational trial in Bangladesh has found Ivermectin, a cheap and widely available drug, effective in preventing Covid-19. The FDA-approved broad spectrum anti-parasitic drug, which earlier was largely touted as effective in treating moderate level corona positive patients, is now found to be more effective as a preventive drug. In its latest issue, the European Journal of Medical and Health Sciences (EJMED) published a study carried out in Bangladesh, aimed at determining the effectiveness of Ivermectin when administered as a preventive drug for Covid-19. Alam’s team conducted the observational study with 118 healthcare providers enrolling purposely. While the first group of subjects did not take Ivermectin, the other group took the tablets.

Source: Dhaka Tribune December 26, 2020 15:45 UTC