Ivermectin - My Dr. gave me 6 (3 mg) pills to take all at one time. Int says do not take.....

I have taken 2- 3mg Ivermectin for 5 days, I was wondering about the dosage and frequency, this is what I was told to do by my Doctor, I learned it has to do with the amount of infestation and your body weight. I have a horrible infestation, it's like living in the center of a red ant hill, its miserable

How should I take ivermectin?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Take ivermectin on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.

Ivermectin is usually given as a single dose. Take this medicine with a full glass of water.

To effectively treat your infection, you may need to take ivermectin again several months to a year after your first dose.

If you have a weak immune system (caused by disease or by using certain medicine), you may need to take more than one dose of ivermectin. Some people who have a weak immune system need to take this medicine on a regular basis. Follow your doctor's instructions.

To make sure this medicine is working, you may need to provide frequent stool samples.

Store this medicine at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

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