Ivecop 12 Mg

Description

About the drug

Ivecop 12 is a prescribed treatment for skin and intestinal worm infections. 

It treats parasitic worm infections like Onchocerciasis, Scabies, and Filariasis.

The medicine uses Ivermectin as its active ingredient and is manufactured by A. malearini. 

Uses of Ivecop 12 

It helps to treat the following disorders. 

Onchocerciasis

Onchocerciasis, also known as River Blindness, is a worm illness caused by biting an infected blackfly, Onchocerca volvulus.

The symptoms of the infection include severe itching lumps beneath the skin and eyesight impairment. 

This illness can lead to partial or complete eyesight loss if left untreated. 

This ailment is treated with Ivecop 12 mg Tablet.

Strongyloidiasis

Its parasitic infection is caused by the parasitic worm Strongyloides Stercoralis, or S. stercoralis. Fülleborni.

The symptoms of the infection include abdominal pain, Diarrhea, and rashes. 

It can be treated with the 12 mg strength of an Ivecop tablet.

Scabies

The mite Sarcoptes scabiei, often known as the itch mite, causes Scabies, a skin ailment. 

It’s characterized by minor red rashes that itch all the time. 

Ivecop’s 12 mg strength tablets can be used to cure this illness.

Working of Ivecop 12 mg

It is an antiparasitic drug that comes in many different strengths. 

Ivermectin is present in significant amounts in medicine. 

It treats Glutamate-gated Chloride ion channels found in nerve and muscle cells of invertebrates. 

This pharmaceutical impact increases chloride ion inflow and induces Nerve cell Hyperpolarization (blocking action potential), leading to parasite paralysis and eventual death.

How to use the drug?

Consider the following points while taking Ivecop 12

• Follow your doctor’s dosage instructions
• Take this medicine 30 minutes to 2 hours before eating. 
• Take the medication on an empty stomach
• The medicine should not be chewed, crushed, or broken. It lessens the impact

Strength 

Ivermectin 12 tablets are also available in the strengths of,

• 3 mg 
• 6 mg 

Alternatively, you can also check other anti-worm medicine. 

Side Effects of Ivecop 12

Though this medicine is a trusted antiparasitic drug, it might have the following side effects 

• Reactions due to allergies (such as skin rash, itching, sudden fever, and difficulty in breathing)
• Hepatitis 
• Dizziness and unusual weakness
• Nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort, Diarrhea, and constipation are all symptoms of a stomach worm
• Cough, sweating, or fever
• Headache
• Pain in the muscles, joints, or other parts of the body
• Confusion
• Red eyes
• Swelling in hands, feet, ankles, and lymph nodes

Interactions

Ivecop can interact with certain drugs and diseases to show side effects. Hence, consult your doctor before taking medicine. 

Drug Interaction

Ivecop 12 mg interacts with the following drugs: 

• Warfarin: It has the potential to promote bleeding from infected tissue
• Oxcarbazepine: It can make conditions worse

Disease Interaction  

• Bradycardia: It lowers the heart rate even more
• Respiratory disease: It makes breathing harder and can lead to asthma
• Loa Loa infection 
• Mazotti reaction

Precautions to be taken 

• Consuming alcohol is dangerous since it raises the concentration of the drug and causes skin rashes, headaches, dizziness, and vomiting
• Avoid the drug if you are allergic to Ivermectin
• Tell your doctor if you’re taking any other medications to avoid dangerous interactions
• Use Ivecop 12 mg only after consulting with a physician.
• Do not use it in children under the age of 15 kg
• Do not chew or crush and take only with water
• Take your medication regularly and avoid missed overdoses

Storage 

To keep the medicine stable, keep it in the following conditions:

• Heat can cause this drug to degrade, so keep it away from it and in temperatures between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius
• Keep the pills in a firmly sealed container to prevent moisture from entering.
• Keep them away from children and pets 
• This drug should not be exposed to direct sunlight. Store in a dark, dry location
• Remove the blister only when you’re ready to take the medication

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ivermectin safe in pregnancy?

Ivecop 12 mg Tablet should not be used during pregnancy unless necessary due to a lack of relevant safety information. 

Is Ivermectin safe for breastfeeding women?

Low amounts of Ivermectin can be found in breastmilk. 

Consult your doctor before using this medication if you are nursing.

Is Ivermectin a steroid?

Ivermectin is not an anabolic steroid. Steroids act similarly to cortisol and work to reduce edema in the body. Ivermectin, on the other hand, is an anthelmintic medication.

Can I take Ivermectin with food?

No, take this medicine on an empty stomach, at least 30 minutes before or 2 hours after a meal. Do not overdose yourself. 

Is Ivecop 12 safe for Children’s use?

Children who weigh less than 15 kg should not take Ivecop Tablet.

Is driving safe when consuming Ivecop?

Dizziness, sleepiness, or tremor may occur after using Ivecop 12 mg Tablet. 

As a result, if you have these symptoms, don’t drive or use machinery.