Here is a simple and complete overview of:
💊 Ivermectin Tablet 6 mg
🌿 Nature / Drug Class:
- Ivermectin is an antiparasitic agent
- Belongs to the class: Avermectins
- Acts by paralyzing and killing parasites
🎯 Purpose / Indications:
Used to treat various parasitic infections, including:
- Intestinal worms (e.g., Strongyloides)
- Scabies
- Head lice
- Onchocerciasis (river blindness – rare in India)
- Filariasis (in some national programs)
- Sometimes used in off-label cases under supervision
✅ Advantages:
- Single-dose treatment for many conditions
- Well-tolerated when used properly
- Effective against multiple parasites
- Available in mass deworming programs
📦 Common Packaging:
- 6 mg tablet
- Packed in blister strips (commonly 2, 4, or 10 tablets per strip)
⚠️ Patient Advice / Precautions:
- Take on empty stomach with water (unless instructed otherwise)
- Dose depends on weight and infection type – follow doctor’s advice
- Not for children under 15 kg body weight
- Avoid in:
- Severe liver disease
- During pregnancy (unless advised by a doctor)
- Possible side effects:
- Mild: Dizziness, nausea, diarrhea, headache
- Rare: Skin rash, joint pain, or allergic reaction (especially when parasites die)
🧊 Storage:
- Store in a cool, dry place
- Protect from sunlight
- Keep away from children