ivermectin-oral (cont.)
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use. This product can affect the results of certain lab tests (e.g., liver). Make sure laboratory personnel and your doctors know you have used this drug. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include swelling; severe headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea; tiredness, or weakness.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others. Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., stool examinations) may be performed to monitor your progress and for side effects. Keep all medical appointments.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature below 86 degrees F (30 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005
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