U.S. health authorities and most doctors do not recommend using it to prevent or treat COVID-19, citing a lack of clear evidence on whether the drug works. Yet myths and beliefs around the drug have taken on a life of their own, fueled by a small group of doctors whose views diverge from the medical consensus, by right-wing commentators and by internet groups where people share tips on sourcing and dosing.

The thing about Ivermectin cultural wars, is not the stupid people who are making themselves sick taking it, but all the farmers and homesteaders with sick livestock that can't get an essential  dewormer for their livestock. Folks goats, sheep and other stock are literally dying because of idiots buying up the supply of this essential pesticide.