Ivermectin Tablets
3 · 6 · 12mg
Generic ivermectin 3mg, 6mg and 12mg tablets for strongyloidiasis, scabies and onchocerciasis, the same ingredient as Stromectol.
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Antiparasitics
Antiparasitic medicines target particular worms, protozoa or malaria parasites. Symptoms alone rarely identify the organism, so tests, exposure and travel history can be central to choosing treatment.
Medicines in the Antiparasitics category
Biltricide
600mg
Praziquantel 600mg tablets, used for schistosomiasis and liver flukes. It makes the parasite's membrane permeable to calcium, causing paralysis.
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Ornidazole Tablets
500mg
Ornidazole 500mg tablets, used for trichomoniasis, amoebiasis and giardiasis. A nitroimidazole that disrupts DNA synthesis in protozoa.
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Key points
- Anthelmintics, antiprotozoals and antimalarials are separate medicine groups and are not interchangeable.
- Malaria treatment and prevention depend on the destination, resistance pattern, timing and individual health factors.
- Fever during or after travel to a malaria-risk area needs urgent medical assessment rather than self-treatment.
Select a listed product and pack to order online. Product information is not a diagnosis or travel recommendation. Ask your doctor or pharmacist whether it suits you.
How the medicine groups differ
Anthelmintics such as albendazole, ivermectin and praziquantel treat different types of worms. Antiprotozoal medicines such as ornidazole have selected uses. Antimalarials such as chloroquine are useful only in appropriate settings because parasite resistance and regional guidance affect the choice.
What antiparasitics are used for
This category includes medicines used for helminthiasis, malaria, giardiasis and strongyloidiasis. Stool, blood or other tests may be needed, and treatment can differ for uncomplicated and invasive infection.
Important safety checks
Tell the clinician about recent and past travel, freshwater or food exposure, pregnancy, age, weight, liver or kidney problems and current medicines. Repeating deworming treatment without identifying persistent symptoms can delay another diagnosis.
When to seek urgent care
Seek immediate assessment for fever after travel to a malaria-risk area, confusion, seizures, breathing difficulty, fainting, jaundice, blood in stool or vomit, severe dehydration or intense abdominal pain. Malaria can worsen quickly even when early symptoms appear mild.
Further reading
FAQ
Which antiparasitic medicines does SGMeds have?
There are 6 antiparasitic medicines on SGMeds, containing 6 different active ingredients such as ivermectin, albendazole and chloroquine. They include Ivermectin Tablets and Albenza, and the full list is on this page.
Which deworming tablets can I order in Singapore?
Deworming tablets on SGMeds include Albenza (albendazole), Biltricide (praziquantel) and Ivermectin Tablets (ivermectin).
What conditions are antiparasitic medicines used for?
The antiparasitic medicines listed here are used for giardiasis, a roundworm infection (strongyloidiasis), scabies, river blindness (onchocerciasis) and worm infections (helminthiasis), though not every medicine is used for all of them.
What form do antiparasitic medicines come in?
All of them are tablets. Each product page lists the medicine's strengths.
What should I compare between these antiparasitic medicines?
Compare the active ingredient first: products with the same active ingredient contain the same medicine. Then compare strength, form and price per tablet. Each product page sets out what the medicine is used for, its side effects and its interactions. Check with a doctor or pharmacist first if you take other medicines, are pregnant or have a long-term condition.
Are the antiparasitic medicines on SGMeds generics?
Yes. Even when a product is listed under a brand name, you receive a generic with the same active ingredient at the strength you choose, not the original brand's pack. Brand names such as Plaquenil and Aralen are there so you can find the medicine. The manufacturer varies with stock.
What you will receive →How much do antiparasitic medicines cost in Singapore?
Every strength and pack size is priced on its product page, shown in Singapore dollars. The prices are converted from US dollars, so the exchange rate can change the final amount. Larger packs usually cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →Can I order antiparasitic medicines without a prescription in Singapore?
Yes. SGMeds does not ask for a prescription when you order antiparasitic medicines. We place the order with our pharmacy partner, which prepares it and arranges delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →How do I get antiparasitic medicines delivered in Singapore?
Add the strength and pack you want to your cart and check out. Delivery to Singapore takes up to 1 week by tracked Express shipping, or up to 3 weeks by Regular shipping.
How ordering works →Last updated