New World Screwworm

FDA authorizes emergency pet treatment for New World screwworm

The FDA issued Emergency Use Authorizations for NexGard and NexGard COMBO to treat New World screwworm in dogs and cats. Reuters also reported emergency use for nitenpyram tablets in pets meeting weight and age thresholds.

FDA authorizes generic nitenpyram for New World screwworm in pets

FDA issued an Emergency Use Authorization for generic Nitenpyram Tablets to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs, puppies, cats, and kittens. The authorization covers pets at least four weeks old and weighing at least two pounds.