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Ivernit Suspension is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Intestinal Worms, Hookworm Infection, Pinworms. Other than this, Ivernit Suspension has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Ivernit Suspension. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Ivernit Suspension are Headache, Nausea or vomiting, Hair Loss. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ivernit Suspension can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ivernit Suspension go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Ivernit Suspension's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ivernit Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ivernit Suspension contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Ivernit Suspension with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Ivernit Suspension is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ivernit Suspension 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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Ivernit Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Ivernit shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Ivernit Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Ivernit. If you see any side effects, stop taking Ivernit immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Ivernit again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ivernit Suspension on the Kidneys?
Ivernit is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ivernit Suspension on the Liver?
Ivernit is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Ivernit Suspension on the Heart?
Ivernit is completely safe for the heart.
Ivernit Suspension 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 Ivernit Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ivernit Suspension habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ivernit Suspension.
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 Ivernit Suspension can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Ivernit Suspension should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ivernit Suspension for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ivernit Suspension
You can take Ivernit Suspension with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ivernit Suspension
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ivernit Suspension.
No, Ivernit does not treat ringworm (a fungal infection). It should not be used in the treatment of ringworm because Ivernit is an anthelmintic that is active only against parasites and worms, not fungi which cause the ringworm.
No, Ivernit not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has been not reported by a patient who is taking this drug. However, If you experience hair loss after taking this drug then might due to other reason and you are recommended to consult your doctor.
Ivernit 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)
No, Ivernit 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.
Ivernit contains ivermectin which works by killing the parasite by causing paralysis. In this way Ivernit gives relief from parasitic and worm infections.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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