FDA Greenlights Drugs to Battle Maggot Infestations in Pets
Published Date: 4/17/2026
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Summary
The FDA has given emergency approval to four new animal drugs that help prevent and treat nasty New World screwworm infestations in cattle, pets, and even wild animals. This quick action protects farmers, pet owners, and wildlife caretakers from a serious health threat starting early 2026. These lifesaving treatments come with clear rules to keep animals safe and healthy during this urgent situation.
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Four Animal Drugs Authorized for Screwworm
The FDA issued four Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) that let four animal drugs be used to prevent or treat New World screwworm infestations in animals. The EUAs cover Ivomec (ivermectin) (issued February 5, 2026), NexGard (afoxolaner) and NexGard COMBO (esafoxolaner, eprinomectin, praziquantel topical solution) (issued February 18, 2026), and F10 Antiseptic Wound Spray with Insecticide (benzalkonium chloride, polyhexanide, cypermethrin topical solution) (issued March 10, 2026). These authorizations apply to cattle, dogs, cats, horses, minor hoof stock (for example sheep, goats, deer), raptors and other wild birds, pet birds, and captive wild, exotic, and zoo mammals, and make the products available for emergency use starting on those dates.
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