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Stromectol

Stromectol is used for:

Treating infections caused by certain parasites.

Stromectol is an antiparasitic. It works by paralyzing and killing the parasite.

Do NOT use Stromectol if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Stromectol

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Stromectol :

Some medical conditions may interact with Stromectol . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have any other infection (eg, Loa loa infection) or asthma, or you have recently traveled to areas where infection with parasites is likely

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Stromectol . However, no specific interactions with Stromectol are known at this time.

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Stromectol may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Stromectol :

Use Stromectol as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Take Stromectol on an empty stomach with water.
• Stromectol is usually taken in one dose. If you miss your dose of Stromectol , take it as soon as possible.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Stromectol .

Important safety information:

• Stromectol may cause dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Stromectol . Using Stromectol alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or perform other potentially dangerous tasks.
• Stromectol may cause dizziness, lightheadedness, or fainting. Alcohol, hot weather, exercise, and fever can increase these effects. To prevent them, sit up or stand slowly, especially in the morning. Also, sit or lie down at the first sign of dizziness, lightheadedness, or weakness.
• Repeated follow-up and retreatment may be needed in some cases to make sure your infection is cleared up completely.
• LAB TESTS, including stool examinations, may be performed to monitor your progress. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
• Use Stromectol with extreme caution in CHILDREN weighing less than 33 pounds (15 kilograms). Safety and effectiveness have not been confirmed.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Do not use Stromectol if you are pregnant. If you suspect that you could be pregnant, contact your doctor immediately. Stromectol is excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding while you are using Stromectol , check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.

Possible side effects of Stromectol :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Diarrhea; dizziness (in general or upon standing); headache; muscle pain; nausea.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); back pain; cloudy vision or other unusual vision changes; confusion; eye pain, swelling, or redness; fast heartbeat; fever; incoordination; increased asthma attacks; joint pain; loss of bowel or bladder control; low blood pressure; red, swollen, or peeling skin; severe dizziness or lightheadedness; severe drowsiness or weakness; swelling of the arms, legs, ankles, or feet; tenderness or swelling in the neck, groin, underarms, or other areas; unusual mood or mental changes; yellowing of eyes or skin.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center ( http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include abnormal skin sensations; diarrhea; difficulty breathing; dizziness; headache; incoordination; nausea; seizures; stomach pain; swelling; weakness.

Store Stromectol at room temperature, below 86 degrees F (30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Keep Stromectol out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Stromectol , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• Stromectol is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Stromectol . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.