Is It Safe To Have Ivermectin And Albendazole Once In 6 Months?

Posted on Wed, 22 Jul 2015

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Question : Some of my friends recommended me to have EVIMECTIN-A (Ivermectin & Albendazole Tablets) as it is good for killing worms or for just cleaning your stomach. They said you can have 1 tablet in 6 months, as mostly we eat outside food.

I do not have any worms as such. But is it good to have this. Can i have this

Answered by Dr. Neel Kudchadkar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
You can take it, once in 6 months, however.

Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXX,

1. Albendazole plus Ivermectin tablets kill worms in the body.
2. It is good to take them once in 6 months as prescribed.
3. Avoid taking Albendazole, too frequently.
4. You might want to do a stool test before taking the medicines.

This is all that you practically need to know.

Thanks,
Dr. Neel Kudchadkar

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