Where to Buy Ivermectin in South Africa
Ivermectin is a broad-spectrum antiparasitic medication. It works by binding to nerve receptors in the body and blocking the transmission of signals from nerves to muscles. This prevents parasites from functioning properly and leads them to become paralyzed or die. It also blocks neurotransmitters, such as serotonin, that play a role in helping parasites reproduce. It can be used for a variety of different conditions. Ivermectin has been used topically for scabies for many years, but it’s also being studied for topical treatment of head lice and onchocerciasis (river blindness). Topical ivermectin is often used as an alternative or addition to other antiparasitic medications when their side effects are a concern or they aren’t readily available. But you shouldn’t buy it without talking to your doctor first.
Where can you buy ivermectin in South Africa?
Ivermectin comes as a powder that you can buy online or at your local pharmacy. It’s difficult to find in South Africa, but some online pharmacies offer shipping from abroad. Unfortunately, there are no known medical stores here that sell ivermectin. Another option is to get it from a research lab. Whether you have a medical condition or not, you can try to get ivermectin from a lab like the Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen). They have a special program for people with rare diseases. They partner with pharmacists and labs to provide medication under a special license.
Research on Ivermectin as a treatment for scabies
Scabies is a skin infection caused by the eggs of the Sarcoptes Scabiei mite. These microscopic parasites live on the surface of the skin, where they can enter the body through breaks in the skin, like a rash or BMM (Burrows-and-Mole-like) wounds. In one study, ivermectin was given topically to 200 children with scabies. The children received 3 weekly applications of 0.1% ivermectin cream over 6 weeks. All of the children had improved with ivermectin treatment, with an average reduction in scabies severity of 83%. This included almost 100% cure rates, a reduction in the number of scabies mites on the skin, reduce itching and scratching, and improved sleep.
Research on ivermectin as a treatment for river blindness
River blindness is a disease caused by a parasitic worm that infects the eyes. The eye infection leads to blindness. The only way to get rid of the infection is with ivermectin treatment – typically multiple injections at monthly intervals. One study treated people infected with river blindness with weekly oral doses of ivermectin. The treatment reduced the number of active worms in the blood by 46% after 4 months, and 95% after 6 months.
Research on ivermectin as a treatment for head lice
Head lice are a common problem that can cause itching and discomfort. Head lice are parasites that live on the scalp and feed on the skin’s oils. They can easily spread from one person to another by touching objects that have touched an infected person’s hair. Using ivermectin as a treatment is effective, but it has some side effects. It’s often combined with other medications to decrease side effects and improve its effectiveness.
Safety of Ivermectin
There is evidence that ivermectin can cause birth defects in the offspring of pregnant women who have taken the medication. You should not get pregnant while taking ivermectin, and women who are planning to become pregnant should not take it.
How effective is Ivermectin?
Ivermectin is very effective at killing parasites. In some studies, it was 95% effective at killing scabies mites and river blindness parasites in 4 and 6 months, respectively.
Is Ivermectin addictive?
There is not enough evidence to say whether ivermectin is addictive. Some studies have found that certain drugs, like morphine, can trigger a similar “high” feeling to that of ivermectin. But there is no evidence that ivermectin is addictive and is not considered an “addictive drug” by the Drug Enforcement Administration.
Cost of Ivermectin in South Africa
Ivermectin is not widely used in South Africa, and it’s not available on prescription. It’s available under a special license to treat particular diseases. The price of ivermectin varies depending on the pharmacy, but it typically costs between R683.67 to R854.59 per month.
Summary
Ivermectin is an effective treatment for parasites like scabies and river blindness, as well as lice. It has some side effects, such as drowsiness, so you may want to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery while you’re taking it. But it’s the only medication that is effective at treating those conditions. Ivermectin can be bought online or at a pharmacy in South Africa. It’s difficult to find, so it’s a good idea to check online before going to your local pharmacy. It costs about R854.59 per month for an effective treatment.
