I’m looking for some references/links that explain the pathophysiology on how ivermectin works in lessening symptoms. Or even just a personal explanation if you don’t have links. Thanks for your time and help!
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Science Paper: Ivermectin: a multifaceted drug of Nobel prize-honoured distinction with indicated efficacy against a new global scourge, COVID-19
Study Comparisons: COVID-19 treatment studies for Ivermectin
Compared to Pfizer pill: Why Ivermectin Is Superior to Pfizer’s Antiviral Pill
I am not a doctor but I gather Ivermectin was created to combat parasites but it has been found to have other uses. For instance, I believe it is also a zinc ionophore like hydroxychloroquine and others.
My understanding is that our DNA replicates by creating these huge bodies we live in which contains billions of little workshops, the cells, where our DNA can be replicated. Viruses, on the other hand, just break into our workshops and use all the available tools without a by your leave. It does save them from having to create a huge body, though.
So, we have two options:
Find something to go into the cells that will stop the virus borrowing our tools. An ionophore and zinc will do this.
Block the virus from entering the cells in the first place. Ivermectin does this - I think. It latches on to the portals used by the virus. A bit like putting your towel on the deck chairs!