U.S.
FDA Issues Emergency Use Authorization for Drugs to Prevent and Treat New World Screwworm in Dogs and Cats
Facts
- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Capstar (nitenpyram) tablets. [1]
- The EUA was also revised for Nitenpyram Tablets, the generic version of Capstar. [1]
- Nitenpyram Tablets were initially authorized in June 2026 for treatment only. [1]
- Capstar and Nitenpyram Tablets are available over the counter and come in two tablet sizes: 11.4 and 57 mg. [1]
- Dosage of Capstar and Nitenpyram Tablets is based on a dog’s or cat’s weight. [1]
- Capstar is sponsored by Sergeant’s Pet Care Products LLC of Omaha, Nebraska. [1]