Ivermectin
Uses
Covimectin is an anti-parasitic medication that is used in the treatment of certain parasitic roundworm infections, heartworm disease, and hookworm infections. Covimectin treats parasitic infections of the skin, eyes, and intestinal tract.
How it Works
Covimectin works by paralyzing and killing the parasites in the beginning stages of its growth before it gets to mature. Covimectin works by binding to the muscle and nerve cells of the parasitic worms thus leading to their paralysis and death. Covimectin is used as a long-term treatment to prevent infection and also eliminate any current infections. Covimectin can also be effective for preventing intestinal infections caused by hookworms or roundworms
Common Side effects
Patients who take Covimectin may suffer from such side effects;
Headache
DIzziness
Nausea
Diarrhea
Muscle pains
Joint pains
Swollen lymph nodes
Eye swelling
Itching
Rash
Fever