STORAGE:
Store Stromectolat room temperature below 86 degrees F (30 degrees C) away
from light and moisture.
USES:
Stromectol is used to treat infections due to certain parasites.
STROMECTOL SIDE EFFECTS:
Nausea, headache, or muscle aches may occur. If any of these effects
persist or worsen, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects
occur: swollen or tender glands (lymph nodes), joint pain, rash,
swelling, itching, fever. Tell your doctor immediately if any
of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: dizziness, fast
pulse, bloating, change in the appearance of the eye, eye swelling/redness,
trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor or pharmacist.
HOW TO USE:
Take by mouth, with water, as directed. Depending on your condition
and response to therapy, future doses of stromectol may be
necessary.
PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: immune system
problems (e.g., HIV), breathing problems (asthma), recent foreign
travel (Loa-loa endemic areas), any allergies you may have. To
minimize dizziness and lightheadedness, get up slowly when rising
from a seated or lying position. Stromectol should be used
only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and
benefits with your doctor. Stromectol passes into breast
milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription
drugs you may use. Stromectol can affect the results of certain
lab tests (e.g., liver). Make sure laboratory personnel and your
doctors know you have used this drug. Do not start or stop any
medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include
swelling; severe headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea;
tiredness, or weakness.
NOTES:
Do not share stromectol with others. Laboratory and/or medical
tests (e.g., stool examinations) may be performed to monitor your
progress and for side effects. Keep all medical appointments.
MISSED DOSE:
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near
the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your
usual dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.