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Covimectin 12 Tablets

One of the best and most effective medicines for treating parasitic diseases is Covimectin. These tablets consist of a chemical component called ivermectin which can inhibit the parasites in your body without any harm. It is used for various parasitic diseases so doctors may suggest this medicine to different patients for different purposes.

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Covimectin 12 Tablets

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  1. Introduction to Covimectin 12 Tablets Covimectin 12 Ivermectin Tablets is an anti-parasite medication used to treat parasitic diseases. It is FDA approved for use in humans to treat a variety of parasitic infections including parasitic worms, hookworm and whipworm. Ivermectin may also be used as an effective treatment for a wide range of other conditions and as a treatment of onchocerciasis, intestinal strongyloidiasis and onchocerciasis or river blindness. The antiviral activity of Ivermectin has been shown against a wide range of RNA and DNA viruses, for example, dengue, Zika, yellow fever, and others. Covimectin 12 mg is a type of antiparasitic medication that is used to treat and prevent certain parasitic infections. It is used to treat a wide range of parasitic infections, including head lice, scabies, and other roundworms. It works by killing the parasites that cause the infection, preventing them from reproducing or growing. Covimectin 12 mg is available as a tablet, capsule, and liquid suspension. The most common side effects include nausea, dizziness, headache, and diarrhea. It can also cause skin irritation and redness. In some cases, more serious side effects such as fever, rash, or joint pain may occur. Uses of Covimectin 12 Tablets ● Treatment of Premature ejaculation Scabies It is a parasitic infection that occurs due to sarcoptes scabiei. It’s a mite that burrows into the top layer of the skin. After a few weeks, this leads to an allergic reaction due to the presence of proteins and feces of mites. This results in an intense itch. You can take Ivecop 12mg for the treatment of scabies. Filariasis Filariasis is a parasitic infection that occurs due to roundworms of the filarioidea type. It is a condition that develops when the adult worms release microfilariae into the bloodstream. Onchocerciasis

  2. A parasitic worm, Onchocerca volvulus is responsible for the occurrence of such an infection. Some common symptoms are severe itching, bumps under the skin, and even blindness. Strongyloidiasis It occurs due to a nematode known as Strongyloides stercoralis. Along with skin symptoms, this infection may lead to symptoms, such as abdominal pain, weight loss, and diarrhea. Side Effects of Covimectin 12 Tablets Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to ivermectin: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have: ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● eye pain or redness, puffy eyes, problems with your vision; severe skin rash, itching, or rash with pus; confusion, change in your mental status, balance problems, trouble walking; fever, swollen glands, stomach pain, joint pain, swelling in your hands or feet; fast heart rate, trouble breathing; loss of bladder or bowel control; neck or back pain, seizure (convulsions); or a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out. Common Side Effects ● ● ● ● headache, muscle aches; dizziness; nausea, diarrhea; or mild skin rash. Dosing information Usual Adult Dose of Ivermectin for Onchocerciasis: 0.15 mg/kg orally once every 12 months Patients with heavy ocular infection may require retreatment every 6 months. Retreatment may be considered at intervals as short as 3 months. Dosage guidelines based on body weight: 15 to 25 kg: 3 mg orally one time 26 to 44 kg: 6 mg orally one time

  3. 45 to 64 kg: 9 mg orally one time 65 to 84 kg: 12 mg orally one time 85 kg or more: 0.15 mg/kg orally one time Usual Adult Dose for Strongyloidiasis: 0.2 mg/kg orally once In immunocompromised (including HIV) patients, the treatment of strongyloidiasis may be refractory requiring repeated treatment (i.e., every 2 weeks) and suppressive therapy (i.e., once a month), although well-controlled studies are not available. Cure may not be achievable in these patients. Dosage guidelines based on body weight: 15 to 24 kg: 3 mg orally one time 25 to 35 kg: 6 mg orally one time 36 to 50 kg: 9 mg orally one time 51 to 65 kg: 12 mg orally one time 66 to 79 kg: 15 mg orally one time 80 kg or more: 0.2 mg/kg orally one time Usual Adult Dose for Ascariasis: 0.2 mg/kg orally once Usual Adult Dose for Cutaneous Larva Migrans: 0.2 mg/kg orally once Usual Adult Dose for Filariasis: 0.2 mg/kg orally once Study (n=26,000) Mass treatment in Papua, New Guinea: Bancroftian filariasis: 0.4 mg/kg orally once yearly (with a single annual dose of diethylcarbamazine 6 mg/kg), for 4 to 6 years Usual Adult Dose for Scabies: 0.2 mg/kg orally once, and repeated in 2 weeks Ivermectin therapy may be combined with a topical scabicide. Usual Pediatric Dose for Filariasis: Study (n=26,000) Mass treatment in Papua, New Guinea: Bancroftian filariasis:

  4. 5 years or older: 0.4 mg/kg orally once yearly (with a single annual dose of diethylcarbamazine 6 mg/kg), for 4 to 6 years Detailed Ivermectin dosage information What happens if I miss a dose? Since ivermectin is usually given in a single dose, you may not be on a dosing schedule. If you are on a schedule, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose. What happens if I overdose? Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222. What to avoid Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of ivermectin. Safety Advice Never take ivermectin in larger amounts, or for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Take ivermectin on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Ivermectin is usually given as a single dose.

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