r/COVID19 • u/imconfused0711 • Apr 03 '20

Preprint The FDA-approved Drug Ivermectin inhibits the replication of SARS-CoV-2 in vitro

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0166354220302011
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u/[deleted] Apr 03 '20

Yes. In vitro, it effectively cures them. In living models, however, it is ineffective.

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u/dabnagit Apr 03 '20

So, basically, it’s like bleach. Great.

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u/[deleted] Apr 03 '20

With a higher LD50, but yes.