Stromectol
Ivermectin 3mg, 6mg and 12mg tablets, used for strongyloidiasis, scabies and onchocerciasis. It binds chloride channels found only in invertebrates.
- Category
- Antiparasitics
- Active ingredient
- Ivermectin
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 3 · 6 · 12mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Stromectol on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Strongyloidiasis · Scabies · Onchocerciasis
- Therapeutic class
- Anthelmintic
- Pharmacological class
- Avermectin
- Contraindications
- hypersensitivity to ivermectin
- Precautions and warnings
- avoid until treatment is complete; monitor for allergic reactions
- Minor side effects
- nausea; abdominal ache
- Moderate side effects
- dizziness; rash
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- MSD
- Onset Time
- 1–2 days
- Duration
- single dose
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature below 30°C.
- Drug interactions
- warfarin
- Age restrictions
- Weight-based dosing requried.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Generally avoided. Breastfeeding: Excreted in breast milk; avoid use.
Serious side effects
anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; toxic epidermal necrolysis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Ivermectin 3mg, 6mg and 12mg tablets, used for strongyloidiasis, scabies and onchocerciasis. It binds chloride channels found only in invertebrates.
Mechanism of action
Ivermectin binds selectively to glutamate-gated chloride ion channels in invertebrate nerve and muscle cells. This increases the permeability of the cell membrane to chloride ions, resulting in hyperpolarisation of the nerve or muscle cell, resulting in paralysis and death of the parasite.
Stromectol is the established brand name for Ivermectin, an antiparasitic medication effective in the treatment of diseases such as Strongyloidiasis, Scabies, and Onchocerciasis. This medicine is available as a tablet in strengths of 3mg, 6mg, and 12mg to suit individual requirements.
Buying Stromectol online
Generic Ivermectin, much of it made in India, remains a cost-effective alternative to the original brand for expats and travellers far from a well stocked pharmacy.
Is the Stromectol on SGMeds a generic?
Yes. SGMeds ships a generic with the same active ingredient (ivermectin) at the strength you choose, not the original Stromectol made by MSD. We use the brand name so you can find the medicine, and the generic's manufacturer varies with stock.
What is Stromectol for?
Stromectol is used for a roundworm infection (strongyloidiasis), scabies and river blindness (onchocerciasis).
How is Stromectol priced?
Stromectol comes in 3, 6 and 12mg strengths, in packs of 10 to 270 tablets. Each option's price is shown on this page in Singapore dollars, converted from US dollars, so the exchange rate can change the final amount. Larger packs work out cheaper per tablet.
Payment and prices →What side effects does Stromectol have?
The most common side effects of ivermectin are nausea and abdominal pain. Less common ones are dizziness and rash. Serious side effects include a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) and a severe blistering skin reaction (toxic epidermal necrolysis). Get medical help straight away if you notice one of these serious effects.
Can I take Stromectol with other medicines?
Ivermectin can interact with warfarin. Before you start Stromectol, tell your doctor or pharmacist about any medicines, supplements or herbal remedies you take.
Do I need a prescription for Stromectol in Singapore?
No. SGMeds does not ask for a prescription to order Stromectol: we place the order with our pharmacy partner, which prepares it and arranges delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Where can I buy Stromectol in Singapore?
You can order Stromectol here on SGMeds: choose the strength and pack, then check out. Parcels go to Singapore and Malaysia by Express shipping (tracked, up to 1 week) or Regular shipping (up to 3 weeks).
How ordering works →What you will receive
Stromectol is the originator brand name, made by MSD. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with MSD and do not ship the original Stromectol.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Ivermectin) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.