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Isco Plus is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Parasitic Infections. The alternative uses of Isco Plus have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Isco Plus is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Isco Plus have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Isco Plus go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Isco Plus is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Isco Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Isco Plus contraindications section.
Additionally, Isco Plus may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Isco Plus is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Isco Plus 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
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Is the use of Isco Plus safe for pregnant women?
Isco Plus can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Isco Plus, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Isco Plus safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Isco Plus. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Isco Plus on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Isco Plus for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Isco Plus on the Liver?
Isco Plus has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Isco Plus on the Heart?
Isco Plus is not harmful for the heart.
Isco Plus 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 Isco Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Isco Plus habit forming or addictive?
Isco Plus does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Isco Plus, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Isco Plus can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Isco Plus is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Isco Plus in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Isco Plus
You can take Isco Plus with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Isco Plus
Taking alcohol with Isco Plus can be dangerous.
Take Isco Plus as long as it is recommended by your doctor.
Isco Plus contains ivermectin which works by killing the parasite by causing paralysis. In this way Isco Plus gives relief from parasitic and worm infections.
Take Isco Plus as directed by your doctor. It is usually taken as a single dose on an empty stomach with water. If you are taking Isco Plus to treat onchocerciasis, additional doses 3, 6, or 12 months later may be necessary to control infection.
Yes, Isco Plus 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.
Yes, you can take Isco Plus with Benadryl (diphenhydramine). No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with Benadryl then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 853-854
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Stromectol® (ivermectin)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Soolantra™ (ivermectin)