Iverjohn-6 Tablet belongs to the class of anti-parasitic medicines, also known as anthelmintics. It is a widely used medication to treat various infections caused by parasites, including strongyloidiasis (a roundworm infection) and control onchocerciasis (a worm infection that affects skin and eyes). These parasitic infections can affect the quality of life and lead to life-threatening conditions if left untreated, especially in people with weakened defence (immune) systems.
Iverjohn-6 Tablet contains ivermectin, which works by attaching to the inside of the parasite. It finally paralyzes and destroys the parasite or it prevents adult parasites from creating larvae for a while. Thus it effectively treats parasitic infections.
Take this medication as advised by your doctor. Do not alter the dose without your doctor’s advice. Common side-effects of Iverjohn-6 Tablet are headache, dizziness, muscle pain, nausea, or upset stomach. You may also experience orthostatic hypotension (dizziness when getting up too quickly from a sitting or lying position). Most of these side effects of Iverjohn-6 Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Before starting Iverjohn-6 Tablet , inform your doctor if you are allergic to ivermectin or other medications. Do not consume Iverjohn-6 Tablet if you are pregnant and breastfeeding without consulting the doctor. Tell your doctor if you are taking sedatives, anti-anxiety, or anti-epileptic drugs. Tell your doctor if you have a medical history of meningitis, human African trypanosomiasis, African sleeping sickness (an infection caused by the bite of tsetse fly in African countries), or illness that weakens the immune system, such as HIV or AIDS. Before taking the Iverjohn-6 Tablet , inform your doctor about your medical history and other medications you are currently taking to rule out any potential negative effects.
Iverjohn 6 mg (Ivermectin)
Iverjohn-6 Tablet is used in the treatment of parasitic infections [Strongyloidiasis (a threadworm infection), onchocerciasis (a worm infection)]. The detailed uses of Iverjohn-6 Tablet are as follows:
• Treatment of parasitic infections: Iverjohn-6 Tablet is used to treat parasitic infections like strongyloidiasis and onchocerciasis, by targeting and eliminating the parasites that cause them.
• Scabies treatment: Iverjohn-6 Tablet effectively treats scabies by targeting the mites that cause intense itching and skin irritation.
• Lice infection: Iverjohn-6 Tablet treats head lice infection by killing both lice and eggs, especially when other treatments aren't effective.
• Filariasis management: Iverjohn-6 Tablet is also utilized to manage lymphatic filariasis by targeting the filarial worms that can cause severe complications if left untreated.
• Ectoparasitic infections: Iverjohn-6 Tablet treats ectoparasitic infections caused by parasites living on the skin or in hair, effectively by targeting external parasites.