Comectin 12 mg Tablet

Composition of Comectin 12 mg Tablet

Comectin 12 mg Tablet contains Ivermectin 12 mg. It belongs to the Anthelmintic (Avermectin derivative) class of medicines.

Uses of Comectin 12 mg Tablet

• Treatment of certain parasitic worm infestations (e.g.
• strongyloidiasis
• onchocerciasis) and other susceptible parasitic infections as prescribed by a doctor.

Key benefits

• Treats susceptible parasitic worm infections
• Helps relieve symptoms related to parasite infestation
• Effective as single/short-course therapy in many indications
• Reduces parasite burden and transmission risk in indicated diseases

How Comectin 12 mg Tablet works

Ivermectin is an antiparasitic medicine. It binds to parasite nerve and muscle cell chloride channels, causing paralysis and death of the parasite, helping clear the infection.

How to take Comectin 12 mg Tablet

Tablet for oral use. Take exactly as prescribed; commonly taken as a single dose or short course based on body weight and type of infection. Often advised on an empty stomach with water unless your doctor instructs otherwise.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, abdominal cramps and nerve symptoms. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Comectin 12 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Comectin are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• nausea
• diarrhoea
• abdominal pain
• dizziness
• headache
• rash
• itching
• fatigue

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Comectin 12 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Prescription-only antiparasitic; use only for confirmed/suspected parasitic infection under medical supervision. Use with caution in liver disease, in people with heavy parasite load (may cause stronger inflammatory reactions), and in patients with conditions affecting immunity. Seek medical help for severe rash, breathing difficulty, swelling, or vision/neurological symptoms. Not recommended for self-medication or for unapproved uses.

Do not take Comectin if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Several medicines in this group are avoided in early pregnancy.

Interactions with other medicines

Warfarin/other anticoagulants (may alter INR/bleeding risk), other CNS depressants/alcohol (may increase dizziness), strong CYP3A4/P-gp inhibitors such as clarithromycin/erythromycin, ketoconazole, ritonavir/cobicistat (may increase ivermectin levels)

How to store Comectin 12 mg Tablet

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Comectin 12 mg Tablet

Take it with food unless the pack says otherwise. Boil or filter drinking water and wash vegetables well to prevent reinfection.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

RALLIS INDIA LTD`

Therapeutic class:

general-wellness

Drug class:

Anthelmintic (Avermectin derivative)