This medicine treats worm infections like river blindness and a type of diarrhea called strongyloidiasis. It can also be used to treat other types of resistant parasitic infections, including scabies or head lice.

Take Ivermectin tablets by mouth with a full glass of water. Do not take ivermectin with food. Follow the directions on the prescription label.

Ivermectin is usually well tolerated and serious side effects are rare.

Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:
•difficulty breathing
•eye or eyelid pain, irritation, redness or swelling
•loss or change of vision
•redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
•skin rash, hives or increased itching
•yellowing of eyes or skin
•unusual weakness or tiredness

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
•dizziness or lightheadedness
•joint or muscle pain
•tender glands in the neck, armpits, or groin
•headache
•diarrhea
•loss of appetite
•nausea, vomiting
•tremors
•swelling of the face, hands, arms, feet, or legs

If you have used too much of your medicine, immediately call your local poison control center (USA) at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
All others please contact your local emergency agency or number.

Tell your prescriber or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also tell your prescriber or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or if you use illegal drugs. These may affect the way your medicine works. Check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines.

Since Stromectal is usually given as a one time dose, it is unlikely that you will miss a dose. However, you may need a return visit to your doctor to see if you need repeat doses to cure the infection.

Store at room temperature below 30 degrees C (86 degrees F). Keep container tightly closed.

Tell your doctor if you have:
asthma
•liver disease
•an unusual reaction to Ivermectin, other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives
•pregnant or trying to get pregnant
•breast-feeding