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Ivermectin and albendazole
My son (4yrs old) had albendazole one month back . can i give him ivermectin albendazole mix again???
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No ,deworming should not be repeated before 6months unless any symptoms
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ivermectin is not advised below 6 years.
if you are sure it is scabies .
start on 5% permithrin ointment local application . neck to toes ... every part of the body. over night application.
wash all your clothes bed sheets.
give him a warm bath next day morning and good clothes .
repeat same after 1 week
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please post a picture of your sons skin infected area
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No. Ivermectin is not good for young kids. And deworming should not be repeated so soon
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Dr. Soumalya Kundu
Pediatrician
11 yrs exp
Kolkata
Why do you want to give ivermectin combination?
Can repeat Albendazole again once
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