The ivermectin application process is a paperwork nightmare
By Kelly Jane Turner
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Cape Town - Medical practitioners will have to jump through administrative hoops in order to dispense ivermectin, as an 11-page application form is required for each patient and is considered on a case-by-case basis.
The anti-parasite drug continues to be an unregistered product according to the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (Sahpra), however doctors can apply to access the drug for human use if they submit a Section 21 application.
Earlier this week Sahpra revealed during an online press conference that it will allow a controlled, compassionate, access programme for use of ivermectin to treat Covid-19.