Ivermectin Tablets
Formulated to target parasitic infestations to relieve the systemic infection.
Strengths: 3 · 6 · 12mg
Where to Check Availability
Medicine details
- Conditions
- Alternative names
Stromectol
- Therapeutic class
Anthelmintic
- Pharmacological class
Avermectin
- Known off-label uses
rosacea
- Contraindications
hypersensitivity to ivermectin
- Precautions and warnings
maintain hydration; monitor for systemic reaction
- Minor side effects
diarrhoea; nausea; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
fatigue; abdominal pain; rash
- Dosage forms
Tablet
- Administration route
Oral use
- Patient summary
Formulated to target parasitic infestations to relieve the systemic infection.
- Prescription status
POM
- Manufacturer
Merck Sharp & Dohme
- Onset Time
3–6 hours
- Duration
Up to 12 months (single dose efficacy)
- Storage instructions
Store at room temperature.
- Age restrictions
Safety in children <15kg not established.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: not recommended. Breastfeeding: not recommended.
Serious side effects
mazotti reaction — requires immediate medical attention; encephalopathy — requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Bind selectively and with high affinity to glutamate-gated chloride ion channels in invertebrate nerve and muscle cells, resulting in increased membrane permeability and potential paralysis/death of the parasite.
Ivermectin Tablets
Formulated to target parasitic infestations to relieve the systemic infection.
Editorial Notes
- Active ingredient(s): Ivermectin
- Listed indication(s): Strongyloidiasis, Scabies, Onchocerciasis
Usually available as
- 60 tablets - 3 mg1132-3-mg-13402
- 30 tablets - 6 mg1132-6-mg-13395
- 30 tablets - 12 mg1132-12-mg-13387