Ivermectin

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U.S. Brand Names

Stromectol®

Mexican Brand Names

Ivexterm

Pharmacologic Category

Anthelmintic

Reasons not to take this medicine

• If you have an allergy to ivermectin or any other part of this medicine.

• Be sure to let healthcare provider know if you have any allergies or reactions to medicine, food preservatives, or dyes. Make sure to tell about the allergy and how it affected you. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other symptoms involved.

• If you are pregnant or may be pregnant.

• If you are breast-feeding.

What is this medicine used for?

• This medicine is used to treat a variety of infections caused by worms.

How does it work?

• Ivermectin works to injure the worms and fight the infection.

How is it best taken?

• To gain the most benefit, do not miss doses.

• Take prescription as directed, even if you are feeling better.

• Take this medicine on an empty stomach. Take 1 hour before or 2 hours after meals.

• Take this medicine with a full glass of water.

What do I do if I miss a dose? (does not apply to patients in the hospital)

• Take a missed dose as soon as possible.

• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to your regular schedule.

• Do not take a double dose or extra doses.

What are the precautions when taking this medicine?

• Check your medicines with healthcare provider. This medicine may not mix well with other medicines.

• Use birth control that you can trust to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.

What are some possible side effects of this medicine?

• Diarrhea.

• Itching.

• Joint pain.

• Skin irritation.

What should I monitor?

• Change in condition being treated. Is it better, worse, or about the same?

• Follow up with healthcare provider.

Reasons to call healthcare provider immediately

• If you suspect an overdose, call your local poison control center or emergency department immediately.

• Signs of a life-threatening reaction, call healthcare provider immediately. These include wheezing; chest tightness; fever; itching; bad cough; blue skin color; fits; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat.

• Signs or symptoms of infection. These include a fever of 100.5 degrees or higher, chills, severe sore throat, ear or sinus pain, cough, increased sputum or change in color, painful urination, mouth sores, wound that will not heal, or anal itching or pain.

• Fast heartbeat.

• Sudden change in vision, eye pain or irritation.

• Severe skin irritation.

• Severe diarrhea.

• Any rash.

• No improvement in condition or feeling worse.

How should I store this medicine?

• Store at room temperature.

• Protect from moisture. Do not store in a bathroom or kitchen.

General statements

• If you have a life-threatening allergy, wear allergy identification at all times.

• Do not share your medicine with others and do not take anyone else's medicine.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and pets.

• Keep a list of all your medicines (prescription, natural products, supplements, vitamins, over-the-counter) with you. Give this list to healthcare provider (doctor, nurse, nurse practitioner, pharmacist, physician assistant).

• Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

• Talk with healthcare provider before starting any new medicine, including over-the-counter, natural products, or vitamins.



Created: 2005-04-07 16:52:22.0

Modified: 2008-11-04 09:27:18.0

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