Ivion 6mg Tablet

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Croford Pharma Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Ivermectin (6mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Macrocyclic Lactone Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class	Ectoparasiticides
User Rating	4.2
User Reviews	742

FAQ

What is Ivion 6mg? What is it used for?

Ivion 6mg belongs to a class of medicines known as ectoparasiticides. It helps to treat many types of parasite infections, including head lice, scabies, river blindness (onchocerciasis), certain types of diarrhea (strongyloidiasis) and some other worm infections. It can be taken by mouth or applied to the skin for external infestations.

How does Ivion 6mg work?

Ivion 6mg works by first paralyzing and then later killing the infection-causing organisms. This also helps in slowing down the multiplication rate of the causative organisms, thereby accelerating the healing process. This whole process helps in treating the infection.

What if I forget to take a dose of Ivion 6mg?

If you forget a dose of Ivion 6mg, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Is Ivion 6mg effective?

Ivion 6mg is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. It is important to complete the full course of treatment. Stopping the use of Ivion 6mg may cause the symptoms to return or even worsen.

Is Ivion 6mg safe?

Ivion 6mg is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Is Ivion 6mg available over the counter?

No, Ivion 6mg is not available over the counter. It can only be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not self-medicate to avoid any side effects. Take it only under the supervision of a healthcare professional to get the maximum benefit of Ivion 6mg.

What if you forget to take Ivion Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Ivion 6mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Ivion 6mg Tablet Reviews

Ivion 6mg is an antiparasitic medication. It is used to treat parasitic infections of your intestinal tract, skin, and eyes.

Your doctor will explain how to take Ivion 6mg and how much you need. Read the instructions that come with the medicine to make sure you take it correctly. Generally, it is taken on an empty stomach. You usually need to take it only once to get rid of your infection. However, if you do not feel better after taking it, talk to your doctor. To get the most benefit from the medicine, drink lots of fluids and avoid caffeine when taking this medication.

This medicine is generally safe with little or no side effects. Your doctor may get stool and blood tests after taking the medication to see if you have gotten rid of the infection. Remember before taking it, you should ask your doctor’s advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How Ivion 6mg Tablet Works

Ivion 6mg is an antiparasitic medication. It works by binding to the muscle and nerve cells of worms, causing their paralysis and death. This treats your infection.

How to Use Ivion 6mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ivion 6mg is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits of Ivion 6mg Tablet

In Treatment of Parasitic infections: Ivion 6mg helps treat many parasitic infections of your intestinal tract, skin, and eyes. It works by paralyzing and killing the parasites causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become resistant.

Uses of Ivion 6mg Tablet

Treatment of Parasitic infections

Ivion 6mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Ivion 6mg is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Ivion 6mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Ivion 6mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Ivion 6mg in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Ivion 6mg in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ivion 6mg.

Quick Tips

Take it on an empty stomach with a full glass of water.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Ivion 6mg helps treat parasitic infections of your intestinal tract, skin, and eyes.
You usually need to take it only once to get rid of your infection. However, if you don't feel better after taking it, talk to your doctor.
Your doctor may get stool and blood tests after taking the medication to see if you have gotten rid of the infection.
Drink lots of fluids and avoid caffeine when taking this medication.

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