Product Description
Ivermectin 12 mg Capsules
In human medicine, ivermectin is used for intestinal strongyloidiasis (threadworm infection) and onchocerciasis (river blindness), and healthcare professionals may also used it for certain other parasitic infections when clinically appropriate.
Ivermectin belongs to the anthelmintic class of medicines. It works by binding to parasite nerve and muscle cell chloride channels, disrupting nerve and muscle activity and leading to paralysis and death of susceptible parasites.
This bottle contains 25 tablets . Based on the product details you supplied, each capsule contains 12 mg of ivermectin. Dosage form: capsule.
Use this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor.
Oral ivermectin tablets are generally taken on an empty stomach with water, and dosing depends on body weight, the condition being treated, and the patient’s clinical situation. Some patients may need follow-up testing or repeat treatment depending on the infection.
Before use, tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction to ivermectin or other medicines, are pregnant or planning pregnancy, are breastfeeding, have asthma, have immune-system-related conditions, or take other medicines, vitamins, or supplements. Warfarin is one medicine that may require extra caution. Safety and effectiveness have not been established in children weighing less than 15 kg, and older adults may need additional monitoring because age-related liver, kidney, or heart issues can affect treatment.
Possible side effects include dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain or bloating, constipation, loss of appetite, weakness, rash, or itching. Serious reactions can occur in some patients, including eye irritation or swelling, rapid heartbeat, confusion, seizures, blistering or peeling skin, or severe drowsiness. Seek medical attention right away if these occur.
Store in a tightly closed container at room temperature, away from excess heat and moisture, and keep out of reach of children. Follow-up care may be needed to confirm that the infection has cleared.
Product Details
Strength: 12 mg per pill
Pack size: 25 capsules
Dosage form: Capsule
Use: Human-grade oral tablets
Drug Interactions
Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. When you are taking this medicine, it is especially important that your healthcare professional know if you are taking any of the medicines listed below. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines may cause an increased risk of certain side effects, but using both drugs may be the best treatment for you. If both medicines are prescribed together, your doctor may change the dose or how often you use one or both of the medicines.
Warfarin
Other Interactions
Certain medicines should not be used at or around the time of eating food or eating certain types of food since interactions may occur.
Using alcohol or tobacco with certain medicines may also cause interactions to occur. The following interactions have been selected on the basis of their potential significance and are not necessarily all-inclusive.
Other Medical Problems
The presence of other medical problems may affect the use of this medicine. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially: Bronchial asthma—Use with caution. May make this condition worse. Back to top Proper Use Use this medicine exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, and do not use it for a longer time than your doctor ordered. To do so may increase the chance of side effects. It is best to take this medicine on an empty stomach. Swallow the tablet with water.
Dosing
The dose of this medicine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor’s orders or the directions on the label. The following information includes only the average doses of this medicine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so. The amount of medicine that you take depends on the strength of the medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which you are using the medicine.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage
Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Keep from freezing. Keep out of the reach of children. Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Ask your healthcare professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use.
Precautions
It is important that your doctor check your or your child’s progress at regular visits to make sure that the infection is cleared up completely. Blood tests may be needed to check for unwanted effects. If you are being treated for river blindness, you may need retreatment and surgery to kill the adult parasite. You will need to see your doctor for follow up care. If you are being treated for an intestinal infection from threadworms. You will need to have your bowel movements tested to make sure that the infection is gone. It is very important that you have these tests done as often as your doctor orders. If your symptoms do not improve, or if they become worse, check with your doctor. This medicine may cause eye, skin, or other serious reactions (eg, Mazzotti reaction), in patients treated for river blindness.
Check with your doctor right away if you have eye or eyelid irritation, pain, redness, or swelling, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse, fever, itching or skin rash, joint or muscle pain, stomach pain, swelling of hands, ankles, feet, or lower legs, swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in neck, armpit, or groin, unusual tiredness or weakness. This medicine may cause serious brain and nerve problems. Check with your doctor right away if you have change in consciousness, confusion about identity, place, and time, decreased awareness or responsiveness, loss of consciousness, or severe sleepiness.
Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your doctor. This includes prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines and herbal or vitamin supplements.
Side Effects
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur: More common Difficulty in moving muscle pain or stiffness pain in the joints swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in the armpit Less common Black, tarry stools bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet chest pain chills cold sweats cough dizziness or lightheadedness dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from lying or sitting position eye or eyelid irritation, pain, redness, or swelling fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings fever painful or difficult urination rapid weight gain sensation of spinning shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet sore throat sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth swollen glands tingling of the hands or feet trembling or shaking of the hands or feet trouble breathing unusual bleeding or bruising unusual sleepiness unusual tiredness or weakness unusual weight gain or loss Rare Agitation back pain bloody eye blurred vision change in consciousness confusion decreased awareness or responsiveness difficulty in standing or walking hallucinations headache irritability loss of bladder control loss of bowel control loss of consciousness mood or mental changes redness of the eye seizures stiff neck unusual dullness or feeling of sluggishness vomiting Incidence not known Blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin burning, dry, or itching eyes change in consciousness confusion about identity, place, and time dark urine diarrhea discharge, excessive tearing light-colored stools loss of consciousness red skin lesion often with a purple center sensitivity of the eye to light swelling of the eyelids tearing upper right abdominal or stomach pain yellow eyes and skin Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur: Symptoms of overdose Confusion about identity, place, and time decreased awareness or responsiveness severe sleepiness Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them: Less common Constipation lack or loss of strength loss of appetite stomach pain swelling or puffiness of the face Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
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