Iveloc 12 Tablet

Name: Iveloc 12 Tablet
Brand: ZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA
Price: 75.71 INR
Availability: OutOfStock

Product introduction

Iveloc 12 Tablet is a prescription medicine containing Ivermectin (12mg). It is used for worm infestation, parasitic infection, amoebiasis and giardiasis. It belongs to the group of medicines called Anthelmintic / antiprotozoal.

Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. The dose and how long you take it depend on what you are being treated for and how you respond. Do not take more, or for longer, than your doctor has advised.

The side effects seen most often with Iveloc 12 Tablet are nausea, stomach pain, loose motions and headache. Most are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. Tell your doctor if one persists or worries you.

Before you start, tell your doctor about any liver, kidney or heart problem, whether you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, and every other medicine you take, including supplements and ayurvedic preparations. Some of them can change how Iveloc 12 Tablet works.

Uses

Worm infestation
Parasitic infection
Amoebiasis
Giardiasis

Benefits

In Worm infestation: Iveloc kills or paralyses the worms in the gut so they are passed out, relieving the abdominal pain, itching and poor appetite they cause.
In Parasitic infection: Iveloc clears the parasite responsible for the infection, relieving its symptoms and preventing it spreading to others.
In Amoebiasis: Iveloc kills the amoeba causing dysentery and liver abscess, stopping the bloody diarrhoea and abdominal pain.
In Giardiasis: Iveloc clears the giardia parasite behind persistent diarrhoea, bloating and foul-smelling stools.

Side effects

Most side effects of Iveloc are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:

Nausea
Stomach pain
Loose motions
Headache
Dizziness

Stop the medicine and get help at once 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.

How to use

Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, crush or break it unless your doctor has told you to. Take it with food. Taking it at about the same time each day helps you remember. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.

How it works

Ivermectin paralyses or kills the parasite, so that it is passed out of the body.

Safety advice

AlcoholUNSAFE: Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
DrivingCAUTION: May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you.
KidneyCAUTION: Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function.

Warnings & precautions

Treat the whole household at the same time for worm infestations, or reinfection is likely. Wash hands thoroughly after using the toilet and before eating, keep nails short, and wash bedding and underclothes in hot water. Do not drink alcohol with metronidazole, ornidazole, tinidazole or secnidazole. A repeat dose after a couple of weeks is often advised for worms — follow your doctor's instruction.

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.

Quick tips

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

Fact box

Habit forming: No
Therapeutic class: Anti-parasitic
Action class: Anthelmintic / antiprotozoal

Interaction with drugs

Tell your doctor if you take anti-epileptic medicines or a blood thinner.

Storage

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

References

Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.

PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Iveloc 12 Tablet.
World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.

Manufacturer details

Manufacturer: ZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA

Good to know

Common questions

What is Iveloc 12 Tablet used for?

Iveloc 12 Tablet is commonly used for worm infestation, parasitic infection, amoebiasis and giardiasis. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.

What are the benefits of Iveloc 12 Tablet?

Worm infestation: Iveloc kills or paralyses the worms in the gut so they are passed out, relieving the abdominal pain, itching and poor appetite they cause. It is also used for parasitic infection, amoebiasis, giardiasis.

What is the salt in Iveloc 12 Tablet?

Iveloc 12 Tablet contains Ivermectin (12mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.

How should I take Iveloc 12 Tablet?

Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.

How does Iveloc 12 Tablet work?

Ivermectin paralyses or kills the parasite, so that it is passed out of the body.

Is Iveloc 12 Tablet a prescription medicine?

Yes. Iveloc 12 Tablet is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.

What are the common side effects of Iveloc 12 Tablet?

The side effects reported most often with Iveloc are Nausea, Stomach pain, Loose motions, Headache, Dizziness. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.

Can Iveloc 12 Tablet be taken during pregnancy?

Consult your doctor before taking Iveloc 12 Tablet in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Iveloc.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Iveloc 12 Tablet?

No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Iveloc 12 Tablet.

What if I miss a dose of Iveloc 12 Tablet?

Take it as soon as you remember.

Is Iveloc 12 Tablet habit forming?

No. Iveloc 12 Tablet is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.

How much does Iveloc 12 Tablet cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?

Iveloc 12 Tablet starts at ₹76 (MRP ₹80) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in tablet 12mg 2`S. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.

Who manufactures Iveloc 12 Tablet?

Iveloc 12 Tablet is manufactured by ZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.

How is Iveloc 12 Tablet delivered?

Iveloc 12 Tablet is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.