FDA Approves Flea Drug for Screwworms

FDA fast-tracks nitenpyram — the same flea drug you know as Capstar — for emergency use against deadly New World screwworms in dogs and cats, as the pest makes a troubling comeback in Texas and New Mexico. Effective within hours, it kills larvae but doesn’t prevent reinfection — so wound care and vet help remain essential. A reminder: pests don’t stay gone forever, and animal health needs quick, smart responses. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cb0c28e685c04ca9