Ivermectin- a necessity for the control of neglected tropical diseases in Sri Lanka
Abstract
Ivermectin, a broad spectrum anti-parasitic agent, has been recognised by the World Health Organization as an essential medicine for decades. It has never been registered for human use in Sri Lanka. This review aims to discuss the usefulness of ivermectin with regards to locally endemic neglected tropical diseases, namely, strongyloidiasis, trichuriasis, lymphatic filariasis and scabies.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.4038/jpgim.v12i2.8586 | Journal eISSN: 2362-0323
Language: English
Published on: Jan 7, 2026
Published by: Postgraduate Institute of Medicine University of Colombo
In partnership with: Paradigm Publishing Services
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© 2026 Chamarika Jayanetti Weerasekera, Shalindra Ranasinghe, Kosala Gayan Weerakoon, Nilanthi Renuka de Silva, published by Postgraduate Institute of Medicine University of Colombo
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