Term Name: | ivermectin |
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Synonyms: | Ivermax, ivermectin, ivermectine, ivermectino, ivermectinum, Ivomec, Mectizan, Noromectin, Privermectin, Sklice, Stromectol, Vetrimec, Zimecterin |
Definition: | A mixture consisting of >= 90% 22,23-dihydroavermectin B1a (R = Me) and <= 10% 22,23-dihydroavermectin B1b (R = H). A semi-synthetic derivative of abamectin, it is used as a broad-spectrum antiparasite medication, particularly against worms (except tapeworms), although it is also effective against most mites and some lice. |
Ontology: | ChEBI [CHEBI:6078] ( EBI ) |