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Ivermectin
💊 Used for: Scabies, strongyloidiasis, onchocerciasis, filariasis
Formulation
Tablet
3mg, 6mg, 12mg tablets
Dose Range
0.2–0.2 mg/kg
Max Daily
0.2 mg/kg
Frequency
Once daily, may repeat after 2 weeks
Max Single
12 mg
⚠️ Age Restriction: Not recommended for children under 60 months (5 years) unless specifically prescribed by a doctor.
Route: Oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: 3mg, 6mg, 12mg tablets
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 1–1 mg | 0.3–0.3 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 6 kg | 1–1 mg | 0.4–0.4 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 7 kg | 1–1 mg | 0.5–0.5 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 8 kg | 2–2 mg | 0.5–0.5 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 9 kg | 2–2 mg | 0.6–0.6 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 10 kg | 2–2 mg | 0.7–0.7 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 12 kg | 2–2 mg | 0.8–0.8 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 15 kg | 3–3 mg | 1.0–1.0 ml | ≤ 3 mg |
| 18 kg | 4–4 mg | 1.2–1.2 ml | ≤ 4 mg |
| 20 kg | 4–4 mg | 1.3–1.3 ml | ≤ 4 mg |
| 25 kg | 5–5 mg | 1.7–1.7 ml | ≤ 5 mg |
| 30 kg | 6–6 mg | 2.0–2.0 ml | ≤ 6 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Avoid below 15kg (<5 yr)
- •May cause dizziness
Possible Side Effects
- •Dizziness
- •Nausea
- •Diarrhea
- •Skin rash
- •Pruritus
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