What is ivermectin?

•The anti-parasite drug is ivermectin.

• Ivermectin is used to treat infections caused by such parasites in the body.

Ivermectin is currently being tested as a treatment for the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus, which is the virus that causes COVID-19. Studies have so far shown that ivermectin decreases the amount of viral DNA associated with cells by 99.8 percent in 24 hours. To determine the efficacy of this medicine in humans with COVID-19, further studies are required.

• Click for more detail on the use of ivermectin in the treatment of COVID-19 and other medications for prevention and investigation.

How to take Ivermectin for treatment

•However, patients with disorders of the immune system, such as those with infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), may continue to use a dose to treat the infection every 2 weeks for many weeks. To prevent the infection from coming back, some patients will need to use the medication every month.

•Typically, to cure the infection, you would only need one dose of the drug.

•Taking this medication with a full glass (8 ounces) of water on an empty stomach is safest.

•You will be told by your doctor how much medication to use. Use no more than directed.

•Typically, to cure the infection, you would only need one dose of the drug.

•However, patients with immune system defects, such as those with infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), may need to use a dose every 2 weeks to treat the infection for several weeks. To prevent the infection from coming back, some patients will need to use the medication every month.

•You will be told by your doctor how much medication to use. Use no more than directed.

•Taking this medication with a full glass (8 ounces) of water on an empty stomach is safest.

When you skip a dose of Ivermectin, what to do?

•Oral route Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health care provider about the best way to dispose of any medication that is expired or no longer needed.

•Keep all medication out of children's hands. Never share with anyone your medication.

•On a set timetable, you must use this drug. If a dose is missing, call the doctor or pharmacist.

Contraindications for Ivermectin

•If you have had an allergic reaction to Ivermectin, you should not use this drug.

Interactions between Ivermectin

•Make sure your doctor knows whether you are breastfeeding or pregnant.

•Inform your doctor if you are being treated for a threadworm intestinal infection. To make sure that the virus is gone, you will need to get your bowel movements checked. It is very important that you conduct these tests as frequently as ordered by your doctor.

•If you are being treated for river blindness (Onchocerciasis), to kill the adult parasite, you will need medication and surgery. For follow-up treatment, you will need to see your doctor.

•If your symptoms do not change, or if they get worse, call your doctor.

Side Effects of Ivermectin

Severe Side Effects

• Pain in the joint.

•Extreme scratching, rash, or urination.

•Swelling or tenderness under the arms, in the throat, or around the groin.

•Fainting.

• Fever.

•Allergic reactions: scratching or urination, swelling of the face or hands, swelling or tingling of the mouth or throat, tightness of the chest, difficulty breathing

•Irritation to the eye or eyelids, discomfort, redness, or swelling.

Fewer serious side effects

•Moderate rash or scratching.

•Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or pain in your stomach.

•Tiredness or insecurity.

•Dizziness.