Ivermectin

Overview

It doesn't treat or prevent COVID-19. Never use animal products made for livestock.

What it's used for

• Some worm infections, like strongyloides
• Scabies (off-label pills)
• Head lice (lotion)
• Rosacea (cream)

How to take it

• Pills: take on an empty stomach with water, as a single dose or as prescribed.
• Lice lotion: apply to dry hair and scalp, leave 10 minutes, then rinse.

Your dose depends on your health and other medicines. Always follow your prescription label, and ask your pharmacist if anything is unclear.

Side effects

Common side effects

• Dizziness
• Nausea
• Itching or rash
• Skin burning (cream)

Warnings

• Use only human prescription products.

Other medicines, foods, and alcohol

• It may raise the effect of warfarin.

Tell your provider and pharmacist about every medicine, vitamin, and supplement you take.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Talk with your provider.

Missed doses, overdose, and storage

If you miss a dose

It's often a single dose. If you were told to take a second dose and missed it, ask your provider or pharmacist.

If someone takes too much

Call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222 or get help online at poison.org. Call 911 if the person collapses, has a seizure, has trouble breathing, or can't be woken.

Storing it

Store at room temperature, away from heat and moisture (not in the bathroom), and out of reach of children and pets.

Conditions it's used for

• Scabies
• Head lice
• Rosacea