Question 1

What is Ivermectin used for?

Accepted Answer

River blindness (onchocerciasis), intestinal worms (strongyloides), scabies (body itching caused by tiny mites), head lice, elephantiasis (lymphatic filariasis)

Question 2

How do you take Ivermectin?

Accepted Answer

The dose depends on your body weight — the usual dose is about 200 micrograms per kilogram of body weight. For example, if you weigh 60 kg, you would take about 12 mg (four 3 mg tablets or one Amobicon 12 mg tablet). Take it on an empty stomach with a full glass of water, at least 2 hours before or after eating. For most conditions, it is a single dose, but your doctor or pharmacist may advise you to repeat it after a certain period.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Ivermectin?

Accepted Answer

Headache, dizziness, mild stomach pain or nausea, body itching or slight skin rash (this can happen especially when the parasites are dying off), feeling tired or weak

Question 4

Who should not take Ivermectin?

Accepted Answer

People allergic to ivermectin or any of its ingredients. Children weighing less than 15 kg. People with liver problems should use it with caution. If you have Loa loa infection (common in some parts of Nigeria), ivermectin can cause serious brain-related side effects — your doctor must screen you first.

Question 5

Is Ivermectin safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Ivermectin is NOT recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding — consult your doctor before taking it if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing a baby.

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