Term Name: ivermectin
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 )

Relationships
is a type of: mixture
has_part: 22,23-dihydroavermectin B1a 22,23-dihydroavermectin B1b
has_role: anthelminthic drug antinematodal drug antiprotozoal drug insecticide scabicide