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Evimectina is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension,Tablet. Intestinal Worms, Hookworm Infection, Pinworms are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Evimectina has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Evimectina depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Evimectina include Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Some other side effects of Evimectina have been listed ahead. These side effects of Evimectina are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Evimectina's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Evimectina related warnings talks about Evimectina's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Evimectina are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Evimectina have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Evimectina is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Evimectina is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Evimectina safe for pregnant women?
Evimectin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Evimectina safe during breastfeeding?
Evimectin can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Evimectina on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Evimectin on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Evimectina on the Liver?
Using Evimectin does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Evimectina on the Heart?
Evimectin is not harmful for the heart.
Evimectina should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Evimectina unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Evimectina habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Evimectina has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Evimectina can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Evimectina only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Evimectina is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Evimectina
It is safe to take Evimectina with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Evimectina
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Evimectina and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Evimectin is not an over-the-counter drug. It is a prescription drug which cannot be bought from the pharmacy without a valid prescription of the registered medical practitioner.
Yes, Evimectin can cause diarrhea by disturbing bacterial flora of the gut. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine inform the doctor immediately and check if you can discontinue the medicine. Try keeping yourself hydrated, drink plenty of fluids and take ample rest.
Yes, you can take Evimectin and doxycycline together. No harmful drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with doxycycline then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Evimectin is a brand name of ivermectin and it is available in the form of a tablet, syrup. It belongs to the class of drugs known as anthelmintics. It is a prescription drug used for the treatment of parasitic and worm infections. It is also used to treat head or pubic lice infestation, and scabies (an itchy skin condition caused by small mites that live under the skin)
Yes, Evimectin may cause itching (urticaria) in some cases. However, the exact cause behind the itching is unknown. If you are experiencing excessive itching after taking this drug then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor without further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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