Programmatic and Communication Issues in Relation to Serious Adverse Events Following Ivermectin Treatment in areas Co-endemic for Onchocerciasis and Loiasis
Haselow NJ;Akame J;Evini C;Akongo S;;
Filaria journal2003Vol. 2 Suppl 1pp. -
181
nj2003filariaprogrammatic
Abstract
In areas co-endemic for loiasis and onchocerciasis, the classic Community-Directed Treatment using ivermectin (Mectizan(R)) must be adapted as additional program activities, better communication and tighter control of ivermectin stocks are required to minimize risk and manage serious adverse events …