Ivermectin User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• MIG...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 30, 2022

For COVID-19 "My husband and I would both be considered high risk for COVID. When we caught it in 2021, we paid hundreds of dollars to get ivermectin and jumped through hoops to do it because local pharmacists at Walgreens and CVS criminally refused to fill it. My husband, a diabetic, was sicker than me (I’ve had worse sinus infections), and when he eventually went to the doctor for the nagging cough he was left with, x-rays confirmed the virus had never reached his lungs, thanks to the ivermectin. Additionally, my husband just had it again and used ivermectin again with success. I also used it prophylactically and never got sick. The only “side effect” we ever noticed was some sensitivity with our eyes while we were taking it that passed after we finished the medication."

• Cli...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 16, 2016

For Ascariasis "Broad spectrum antiparasitic that works by paralyzing the invader so it loses its grip and is flushed out safely and without releasing its internal contents which can cause aggravating reaction to toxins within. Well tolerated, safe, and effective against many different types of parasites, some of which are still unidentified. Not effective for pinworm, hookworm, or trichinosis, but when combined with subsequent albendazole or mebendazole use, will eradicate the majority of offending known and some unknown parasites. Be sure to use as directed and do a short course follow-up retreatment as it may not work against eggs or cyst forms, which may take 7-14 days to hatch. This medicine has a long half-life, and doses tend to be cumulative for days."

• mid...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 30, 2022

For COVID-19 "My husband and I both got Covid exactly 3 days after being exposed at my grandparents' senior living complex. Wednesday, the first day of symptoms, we both started ivermectin. My husband recovered within 24 hours and was back at work (from home) within 48 hours. I started to feel better after 48 hours, but on day six after the course of ivermectin was completed, I got rebound. So I was really sick for two weeks. I should’ve kept taking the ivermectin, and I bet I would’ve been OK. Now we are starting to take it as a preventative. It has been working great so far. I am very sensitive to medications. What is I can tolerate on an empty stomach with no side effects. My husband had no side effects either. I wish more people were open to using ivermectin as labeled."

• bee...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 22, 2022

For Scabies "I am currently on ivermectin for crusted scabies treatment. I have been living with these scabies for 12 months. It is only because I got a new partner, and he got diagnosed with scabies that my diagnosis of eczema/psoriasis finally changed. I applied the topical cream the first day and saw no results, he saw results instantly. I then begged to see my dermatologist the next day, and he got me in, looked at my skin. I told him I think it’s crusted scabies, and he agreed. Prescribed me ivermectin, 4 tablets once, and then again a week later. Now, a day after the second dose, my itching has significantly decreased. This medication is so, so helpful. My doctor said to eat something fatty with the medication too, not on an empty stomach. After months of steroid creams, light treatment, changing my shower products to be soap-free, and nothing working, I finally feel good again. I can see bits of skin I haven’t seen for months."

• JJJ...
• June 2, 2022

For Scabies "Like the top comment. Monday, March 28 Round 1 permethrin, seemed better for a few days, then new bites. Monday, April 4 Round 2 permethrin, bites didn’t stop. Thursday, April 7 Round 1 Ivermectin. Felt better immediately, but after a few days, more bites. Tuesday, April 12 Round 3 permethrin. Felt better at first, but by Tuesday, April 19, more bites. Thursday, April 21, Round 2 of Ivermectin. Sweet relief within hours. Maybe one bite two days later and then NOTHING! The week after the second round of Ivermectin, I was so anxious, waiting to see if they would come back, and it really took me two weeks to feel like it was really over. It was just a little over three weeks from my first round of permethrin to something that worked, but felt like an eternity. I can’t praise Ivermectin enough."

• Viv...
• August 1, 2013

Ivermectin for Strongyloidiasis "I have recently taken my third round of Stromectol for a skin condition that I describe as 'worms beneath the skin'. My dermatologist prefers to call my condition, 'V's rash'. I am using Stromectol with a daily dose of 200mg doxycycline. Yes, it does make me nauseous, but worth it. Stromectol has worked the best this third time. I begin my second phase today, as I began the third course two weeks ago. I've had no 'activity' in the skin since the third round began. Hope this last dose helps these."

• Fri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 6, 2024

For Scabies "I used it for scabies after several other treatments were useless. The ivermectin worked! No side effects, but the itching vanished after a few days. I took it for two days and again a week later for two days. I'm itch-free. Wash everything and store in plastic bags for 72 hours minimum, to starve the nasties!"

• DrF...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 24, 2020

For Scabies "So, it was my ex-girlfriend that (apparently) gave me the scabies in the first place. See my other review where I went self-diagnosed for about two months before treatment, which took three runs. I got with her right after New Year's, and I recognized that “itch” right away. Called the doctor and got (another) permethrin and ivermectin treatment. She was badly infested as I had females lay a lot of eggs, and still reeling 9 days later. Bad mistake, and I am going to find the cure for this horrible infestation."

• Sic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 2, 2022

For COVID-19 "I tried it and had terrible, just terrible neurological side effects. I even took a pretty low dose, 9 mg. If you have any CNS issues whatsoever or have had tinnitus, peripheral nerve issues, DO NOT TAKE THIS. I am suffering big time with shaking, internal vibrations, and nerve issues and crossing my fingers this goes away."

• Unk...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 12, 2024

For Scabies "I discovered that I had scabies. After two months of itching, I went to the family doctor. He said that I have scabies, at that time, I had rashes only on my wrist, a little on my arms, and some on my stomach, and 4 to 5 rashes on my private areas. He gave me Nix 5% and said, 'Use it on your whole body from your neck to your foot, and repeat after one week.' I used it a few times, not just twice. After a few weeks, I went to a dermatologist and told him that I have had scabies for so long and have been doing everything like washing and leaving my room for four days. The dermatologist recommended ivermectin and advised using four pills at once and repeating after seven days. I haven't used it yet, but I hope it can help me because I have itching and rashes all over my body. There are many rashes on my neck, beard, and private areas, more than 1k rashes now, down to my foot. My body is in bad condition. I hope ivermectin can help me. Guys, please pray for me to heal soon."

• Mr ...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 13, 2021

For Scabies "Blocked by Boots from ordering more than one 4x3 mg dose, even though the doctor was willing to write a prescription for 28 x 3 mg, because not licensed in the UK. My wife and I have had scabies for 4 months and have tried everything, nothing works."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 26, 2023

For Scabies "After 5 weeks of scabies treatment options combining permethrin topical use, Ivermectin 3g single use every 2 weeks to kill off mites and their eggs, I continued to have outbursts. I started taking Doxycycline because it stops the mites from replicating so they will die off. If I had to do it over again, I would start with 3g Ivermectin for group kill along with Permethrin to kill them on the skin, and begin Doxycycline to stop replication."

• Suf...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 13, 2023

For Strongyloidiasis "After seeing about 8 different doctors, two of the doctors somewhat believed me when I relayed my symptoms to them because they are so unbelievable and insane. I’ve since diagnosed myself with what is a terribly extreme parasitic infection for which ivermectin is used as treatment. I took 12 mg on day one. I see a mass exodus of parasites from my body. Unfortunately, I’m unsure if this is the norm for this affliction or if the ivermectin is working. I took a second dosage of 12 mg on day 6. Same outcome. Mass exodus, nothing new, nastiness abounds. I’ve become skeletal from not eating for 6 weeks-living on Ensure and Pedialyte due to my refusal to eat after witnessing the constant disgust emanating from my tongue and behind my teeth (a wad of paper towels in my mouth is commonplace for 5 weeks now). I cannot afford to lose any more weight, so I’m taking the third dose of 12 mg on day 12 in hopes that it works and I’m cured, as the other review authors here. I’m getting desperate."

• cyn...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 17, 2019

"I was prescribed to take ivermectin for head lice for 3 consecutive days and 4 times a day at 3 mg each. The first day was very mild dizziness, no problem. The second day was fine. I only started getting side effects the night on Day 2, and they were horrific. Muscle tremors, shaking, rashes, loss of appetite, heart palpitations. I was trying to sleep, and I kept being woken up from dozing because of the palpitations. Well, I tried continuing its usage up until midday Day 3, when I was so beyond the point of shaking that my teeth were chattering, and I had to stop taking them out of fear of something happening to me. Fast forward a few days later off of them, still experiencing side effects. Skin is peeling, skin is red, moderate shaking. I gave a few stars because I do feel like it was helping for my condition, but it did not outweigh the side effects. Contacted my doctor for something else."

• Too...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 31, 2025

For Scabies "I was on my usual cream first, 3 times I did the cream, and then I told my doctor to prescribe ivermectin. I took my third round last night. Some of the scabies are gone, but I'm not sure they're gone for good. I still have one more dose. I'm single, and there's nothing I can do about my back. My age is sixty-six, and I live alone. I moved into a new place, and that's when the scabies started, and then it was bed bugs! The exterminator I've been there twice, and he's coming one more time. I don't really think they're doing a good job. My landlord paid for it, and he's not really happy at all. This place I found out has had many infestations, it's been miserable not being able to go to my friends or the friends coming here! This has been one of the worst experiences I have ever had!"

• Joe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 9, 2021

For Cutaneous Larva Migrans "I took it last night and promptly after 10 times to the toilet lost the contents of my stomach and diarrhea. I am being careful. Not eating much. And washing all the glasses I use. Wash my hands more often too. I hate to be sick."

• Chr...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 27, 2023

For Scabies "I have taken oral ivermectin several times in combination with permethrin cream, but still can't get rid of what I believe is crusted scabies. My partner also has it. I have not been able to get a definitive diagnosis."

• Chr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 9, 2023

For COVID-19 "I know most people who read this will probably think it is propaganda, but I must tell my story. Ivermectin was not helpful for my husband, and he insisted that it was. He caught COVID and passed away in September of 2022. I trusted him because there are many sources that can validate its effects. I'll regret that for the rest of my life. I've seen other reviews on here saying that ivermectin is a cure-all. And I just wanted to provide an example of it not being a cure-all. I've lost my husband. Please, please don't repeat my mistakes."

• Vir...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 27, 2021

For COVID-19 "My husband (48) and I (44) took Ivermectin trying to protect us from Covid. Side effects were awful: stomach pains, nausea, diarrhea, and my husband had really bad blurred vision and dizziness. He stopped taking it after 3 weeks because of side effects. I hoped it would work better than it did, but we both still got Covid 4 weeks after starting Ivermectin. My son, who refused to take Ivermectin since he was vaccinated for his job (mandated), didn’t get Covid, although he is currently staying with us. I think it was all for nothing since we’re both still so sick after 16 days, and my son didn’t have any of these side effects with his vaccine and also didn’t even get sick! Worth noting that the ER doctor said my husband was already weak and dehydrated when he got Covid-19 since he’d been having diarrhea for weeks before, from the Ivermectin. I don’t recommend taking Ivermectin, it didn’t keep us from getting Covid, and we are still really sick with Covid."

• Sou...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 8, 2021

For COVID-19 "I am a 38-year-old female and took ivermectin for 9 days. I would rate my experience as 1/10. I started ivermectin 2 days after getting a positive COVID-19 test. I don’t think ivermectin works at all! I have pneumonia, and I can barely breathe. I can hardly walk, and I can’t keep food down and literally feel like death. I have literally been having diarrhea, nausea, and sometimes throwing up since I started it, and so I don't know if it's from the COVID or the ivermectin, but on advice from urgent care, I stopped it today to see if maybe I’m having a bad reaction. This sucks! I can’t believe I’m still sick at almost 2 weeks. Can’t hardly move or anything. I’m taking steroids, albuterol, and antibiotics now. I know I’ll get crap for it, but I’m getting the vaccine ASAP because this hasn’t done anything but make me MORE sick than I probably would have been with just COVID by itself!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 28, 2022

For COVID-19 "I started feeling better two hours after taking it (except for the diarrhea that I got!)."

• War...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 1, 2023

For COVID-19 "My experience was very positive. I took tablets over 3 days from the outset and had mild, then no symptoms. I did not experience any side effects that I could tell."

• Old...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 16, 2024

For COVID-19 "I took it as soon as I knew I was exposed. 5 days at two 3 mg a day. No fever, headache, slight sore throat, and tired for a few days. Happy. Not vaxed."

• AGa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 6, 2020

For Scabies "I've done 4 doses of ivermectin and 7 days of permethrin together and still can't get rid of scabies. Please help."

• Jwu...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 18, 2021

For Scabies "So far, helped at first with the scabies or whatever the initial bloodsucking insects were. However, they were vectors for something the doctors can see under the microscope but can’t identify."