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Stromectol Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Ivermectin 3mg; tabs.
Pharmacological Class
Avermectin.
How Supplied
Tabs—20
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
YES
Stromectol Indications
Indications
Intestinal strongyloidiasis due to Strongyloides stercoralis. Onchocerciasis due to immature Onchocerca volvulus.
Stromectol Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<15kg: not established. Take with water. ≥15kg: Give as a single dose. Strongyloidiasis: 200mcg/kg. Onchocerciasis: 150mcg/kg; may retreat after 3 months.
Stromectol Contraindications
Not Applicable
Stromectol Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Stromectol Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Hyperreactive onchodermatitis. Immunocompromised. Pregnancy, nursing mothers: not recommended.
Stromectol Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Stromectol Interactions
Not Applicable
Stromectol Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Strongyloidiasis: dizziness, pruritus, GI disturbances. Onchocerciasis: Mazzotti reactions (eg, arthralgia/synovitis, swollen lymph nodes, tenderness), ophthalmologic effects, pruritus, rash, fever, tachycardia, edema. Both: hypotension, neurotoxicity.
Stromectol Clinical Trials
See Literature
Stromectol Note
Not Applicable
Stromectol Patient Counseling
See Literature
