A-MECTIN
Ivermectin
ANTIEFECTIVE
INDICATION
Ivermectin is indicated for the treatment of the following infections:
Strongyloidiasis of the intestinal tract. Ivermectin is indicated for the treatment of intestinal strongyloidiasis due to the nematode parasite Strongyloides stercoralis.
Onchocerciasis. Ivermectin is indicated for the treatment of onchocerciasis due to the nematode parasite Onchocerca volvulus.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Strongyloidiasis
| Body Weight (kg) | Dose |
| 15-24 | 3 mg |
| 25-35 | 6 mg |
| 36-50 | 9 mg |
| 51-65 | 12 mg |
| 66-79 | 15 mg |
| >80 | 200 mcg/kg |
Onchocerciasis
| Body Weight (kg) | Dose |
| 15-25 | 3 mg |
| 26-44 | 6 mg |
| 45-64 | 9 mg |
| 65-84 | 12 mg |
| >80 | 150 mcg/kg |
Or as directed by the physician.
COMPOSITION
A-Mectin 6 : Each tablet contains Ivermectin BP 6 mg.
A-Mectin 12 : Each tablet contains Ivermectin BP 12 mg.
