- Bacterial Infections 101 Pictures Slideshow
- Take the Tummy Trouble Quiz
- Hepatitis C Slideshow Pictures
- What is ivermectin-oral, and how does it work (mechanism of action)?
- What brand names are available for ivermectin-oral?
- Is ivermectin-oral available as a generic drug?
- Do I need a prescription for ivermectin-oral?
- What are the uses for ivermectin-oral?
- What are the side effects of ivermectin-oral?
- What is the dosage for ivermectin-oral?
- Which drugs or supplements interact with ivermectin-oral?
- Is ivermectin-oral safe to take if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
- What else should I know about ivermectin-oral?
What is the dosage for ivermectin-oral?
Dosing is complicated and varies for each disease. Dosing begins with 15 kg weight and varies with weight ranges up to 80 or 85 kg depending on the disease process and based on about 200 mcg ivermectin per kg body weight.
- Intestinal strongyloidiasis: If weighing more than 85 kg take 200 mcg/kg of ivermectin by mouth as a single dose. If evidence of larvae still present during 3 months following therapy, re-treat with a single dose.
- Onchocerciasis: If weighing more than 85 kg take 150 mcg/kg of ivermectin by mouth as a single dose. Consider retreatment between 3 to 12 months.
Safe and effective use of ivermectin is not established for patients weighing less than 15 kg.
Which drugs or supplements interact with ivermectin-oral?
Ivermectin should be used with caution with warfarin (Coumadin) because ivermectin can increase risks of bleeding and bruising when co-administered with warfarin.
Medically Reviewed by a Doctor on 6/30/2016
Quick GuideSymptoms of Mono: Infectious Mononucleosis Treatment
Report Problems to the Food and Drug Administration
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit the FDA MedWatch website or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
See more info: ivermectin-oral on RxList
