Iverjohn 6mg (Ivermectin Tablet 6)

MEDICAL DESCRIPTION OF IVERJOHN TABLET:

Iverjohn Tablet contains Ivermectin 6mg anti parasitic agent used to treat parasitic infections in your skin, eyes, and intestinal tract. It produces its action by killing the parasites with is responsible for the infection.

USE OF IVERJOHN TABLET ( Indication of Ivermectin ) :

It is an anthelmintic drug used in the treatment of parasitic  infection such as intestinal strongyloidiasis and Onchocerciasis. Also used in the other treatments of Head lice, Rosacea

IVERJOHN TABLET BENEFITS:

Strongyloidiasis

It is also known as a thread worm. It is usually transmitted from the soil to your skin and makes its way to your lungs and intestine, where it gets mature and reproduces. It is a human parasite which is mainly caused by nematode called Strongyloides stercoralis. This parasite commonly found in tropical and subtropical areas. Symptoms include diarrhea, bloating, upper abdominal pain, itchy and red rash, and nausea.

Onchocerciasis:

It is also called river blindness because it mostly breeds in flowing rivers. It is the second leading cause of blindness in the world. It is caused by the parasite called Onchocerca volvulus. It is transmitted by black files to humans. Symptoms include visual impairment, severe itching, low vision, and eye lesions.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        

HOW THE IVERJOHN TABLET WORKS:

Iverjohn Tablet contain Ivermectin (6mg) is an anti parasitic agent that produces its action by binding with the glutamate-gated chloride ion channels in invertebrate nerves and in muscle cells of the worms which leads to paralysis and death.

CONTRAINDICATION OF IVERJOHN TABLET:

If you are allergic to ivermectin and its combinations, it is advisable not to consume the  medicine. Do not take medicine if you are allergic to the medicinal compounds of ivermectin. It is contraindicated to use this medicine in patients with a history of asthma because it may worsen their condition

IVERJOHN TABLET SIDE EFFECT

Abdominal pain

Hypotension

Facial swelling

Dizziness

Headache

Increase in body temperature

Lack of sleep

Rash

Diarrhea

Nausea

Vomiting

Muscle pain

Hepatitis

Increased white blood cells count

Increased alanine aminotransferase

Increase in heart beat

Swelling of lymph nodes

Eye damage

FAQ OF IVERJOHN TABLET

* For better results of ivermectin how should be taken with food or without food?

Ivermectin should be taken on an empty stomach for better absorption and better result. Take ivermectin in the gap of 1 hour before the food and 2 hours after the food.

* When should you call the doctor for an Ivermectin emergency?

If you have any one of the problems, like muscle cramps, weakness of the muscles, problems in the eyes like vision loss, seizures, difficulty in breathing, and shortness of breathing, foot swelling, high BP, or chest tightness. Visit the doctor immediately

* If I am experiencing nausea and fatigue. Is this due to the Iverjohn Tablet?

Yes, it’s due to Iverjohn. The common side effects of ivermectin (Iverjohn) is nausea and fatigue so, eat more healthy food and increase the frequency of eating the food to avoid and decrease the nausea, and avoid salty foods.

• Is Iverjohn tablet available in over-the-counter medication?

No, this medicine is not an OTC (over-the-counter) product. It should be taken only if it is prescribed by your doctor.

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL WARNING OF IVERJOHN TABLET

ALCOHOL:                                                                                             

While taking ivermectin medicine it is unsafe to consume the alcohol. For more details visit the doctor or near by hospital for a consultation

DRIVING OR OPERATING MACHINERY

While taking the ivermectin medicine it is unsafe to drive or operate the machine.  For more details visit the doctor or near by hospital for a consultation

PREGNANCY:

Ivermectin medicine is not recommended to take during pregnancy, it’s unsafe to take the medicine during pregnancy. It may produce unwanted harmful effects on the fetus.  For more details visit the doctor or near by hospital for a consultation

BREASTFEEDING:

It is considered safe to use this medicine during breastfeeding it does not produce harmful effects on the fetus. For more details visit the doctor or near by hospital for a consultation

KIDNEY PROBLEM:

Limited information is available. For more details visit the doctor or near by hospital for a consultation

LIVER PROBLEM:

Limited information is available. For more details visit the doctor or near by hospital for a consultation

HOW TO TAKE A IVERJOHN TABLET:

Ivermectin gives better result when you take the medicine on an empty stomach, take the tablet fully, and do not chew or crush the tablet. Take the tablets as per the dose prescribed by the doctor. Do not take extra doses and dosage of the medicine, it may lead to undesired and unwanted effects.
The tablet should be taken on an empty stomach. Kindly consult the doctor or pharmacist for more information, on how to consume the medicine. Complete the full course of the medicine, never stop the medicine in between when you feel better. If you stop the medicine in the middle of the treatment re-occurrence may occurs.

USE OF I#VERJOHN TABLET IN ADULTS:

If the medicine is prescribed by the doctor, then it is advised to consume the medicine as per the doctor’s prescription of dose and dosage, For more details visit the doctor for consultation.

USE OF IVERJOHN TABLET IN CHILDREN:

Safety and efficacy were not established in children who are weighing less than 15 kilograms. For more details visit the doctor for consultation.

USE OF IVERJOHN TABLET IN ELDERLY PATIENTS:

Iverjohn tablets should be used with caution in patients in an elderly age group, which leads to developing further medical problems, leads to worsening the patient’s health conditions. Kindly consult with your doctor. Dose adjustment  is required for the  patient based on the medical condition and previous medical history of the patient.

OTHER GENERAL WARNINGS:

Patient with bronchial asthma need to consult the doctor before consuming the medicine and caution to be taken while taking the medicine

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

Iverjohn (6mg) is an anti-parasitic agent used to treat parasitic infections like Strongyloidiasis and onchocerciasis (River blindness). It produces its action by killing the parasite which is responsible for infection.

Inform the doctor, if you have the following complications in earlier,

If you have a medical history of GI tract disease

If you have an immunodeficiency disease like HIV/AIDS

If you have allergic conditions like itching and rashes

If you are planning to become pregnant or currently under the  breastfeed

If you are suffering from  diarrhea, stomach pain, etc

DRUG INTERACTION WITH IVERJOHN TABLET

Following drugs increase the effects of the Ivermectin,

Erdafitinib increase the effect of ivermectin by efflux transporter of P-Glycoprotein

Warfarin increase the effect of Ivermectin and  increase the anti-coagulant effect.

Ritonavir increase the effect of the ivermectin and Increase the level of the blood.

Following drugs decrease the effect of the ivermectin ,

While taking Ivermectin along with the Phenytion,use with caution because phenytion decrease the effect of ivermectin by efflux transporter P-glycoprotein (MDR 1) levels.

When Ivermectin used along with the alcohol,it will increase the levels of blood and result in skin rashes,headaches,numbness,vomiting etc

OVERDOSE :

Consume the medicine as per the doctors advise and prescribed dose and dosage. Do not take any extra dose of medicine.if you have taken the over dose/extra dose  of the medicine immediately visit the doctor or near by hospital for medical consultation  .

MISSED DOSE :

Consume the medicine as per the doctors advise and prescribed dose and dosage.do not miss or forgot to take  the medicine. Suppose if you are missed or forgot to take the medicine,don’t take the extra dose of the medicine , skip the missed dose and take the regular dose of medicine. Avoid taking the missed dose  or two time of the medicine  to compensate the missed dose.

Conditions of Storage :

Store the medicine at 60°c at room temperature.

Keep reach out of  children and pets, in order to avoid the risk of swallowing.

Protect from sunlight and heat

Quick recall :

Iverjohn tablets have an active ingredient called ivermectin

Iverjohn 6 ( ivermectin 6mg) is an anti-parasitic medicine used  in the treatment of parasitic infections in your eyes,skin and intestine.

Iverjohn 6 ( ivermectin 6) kills the  parasites  which is responsible for main cause of infection.

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking ivermectin,which may lead to unwanted side effects.

For better result take the medicine in the empty stomach.
Inform to your doctor if you have any previous medical problems like headache,fever,gi tract problems,stomach pain, vomiting etc.

To know about your disease status , your doctor may ask for the routine checkup of your stools and blood sample in the mid of the treatment.to check whether infection level is reduced or not.   

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Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 752-56.

Ivermectin [Drug Label]. Haarlem, Netherlands: MSD BV; 2009. [Accessed 25 Jul. 2024] (online) Available from: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2009/050742s026lbl.pdf