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FDA Approval

Ivermectin

FDA-approved pharmaceutical product with comprehensive regulatory information, manufacturing details, and complete labeling documentation.

FDA Approval Summary

Company
CVS Pharmacy
DUNS: 062312574
Effective Date
June 20, 2025
Labeling Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG LABEL
Ivermectin(5 mg in 1 g)

Manufacturing Establishments1

FDA-registered manufacturing facilities and establishments involved in the production, packaging, or distribution of this drug product.

Taro Pharmaceuticals Industries Ltd.

CVS Pharmacy

600072078

Products1

Detailed information about drug products covered under this FDA approval, including NDC codes, dosage forms, ingredients, and administration routes.

Ivermectin

Product Details

NDC Product Code
51316-985
Application Number
ANDA210720
Marketing Category
ANDA (C73584)
Route of Administration
TOPICAL
Effective Date
June 20, 2025
BUTYLATED HYDROXYANISOLEInactive
Code: REK4960K2UClass: IACT
CASTOR OILInactive
Code: D5340Y2I9GClass: IACT
CETYL ALCOHOLInactive
Code: 936JST6JCNClass: IACT
ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACIDInactive
Code: XF417D3PSLClass: IACT
CYCLOMETHICONEInactive
Code: NMQ347994ZClass: IACT
GLYCERINInactive
Code: PDC6A3C0OXClass: IACT
IMIDUREAInactive
Code: M629807ATLClass: IACT
LANOLIN ALCOHOLSInactive
Code: 884C3FA9HEClass: IACT
METHYLPARABENInactive
Code: A2I8C7HI9TClass: IACT
OLEYL ALCOHOLInactive
Code: 172F2WN8DVClass: IACT
OLIVE OILInactive
Code: 6UYK2W1W1EClass: IACT
PROPYLENE GLYCOLInactive
Code: 6DC9Q167V3Class: IACT
PROPYLPARABENInactive
Code: Z8IX2SC1OHClass: IACT
WATERInactive
Code: 059QF0KO0RClass: IACT
SHEA BUTTERInactive
Code: K49155WL9YClass: IACT
ANHYDROUS TRISODIUM CITRATEInactive
Code: RS7A450LGAClass: IACT
SORBITAN TRISTEARATEInactive
Code: 6LUM696811Class: IACT
STEARYL ALCOHOLInactive
Code: 2KR89I4H1YClass: IACT
Code: 8883YP2R6DClass: ACTIBQuantity: 5 mg in 1 g

Drug Labeling Information

Complete FDA-approved labeling information including indications, dosage, warnings, contraindications, and other essential prescribing details.

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL - 4 OZ (117 g) Carton

NDC 51316-985-08

Ivermectin

Lotion, 0.5%
Lice Treatment

NET WT 4 OZ (117 g)

Carton


INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION

Use

treats head lice

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION

Directions

Important: Read warnings before use

*children 6 months of age to under 12 years of age: an adult should supervise use *adults and children 6 months of age and over:

Inspect

  • all household members should be checked by another person for lice and/or nits (eggs)
  • use a magnifying glass in bright light to help you see the lice and/or nits (eggs)
  • use a tool, such as a comb or two unsharpened pencils to lift and part the hair
  • look for tiny nits near the scalp, beginning at the back of the neck and behind the ears
  • examine small sections of the hair (1-2 inches wide) at a time
  • unlike dandruff, nits stick to the hair. Dandruff should move when lightly touched.
  • if either lice or nits (eggs) are found, treat with product

Treat

  • your hair and scalp must beDRYbefore applying product
  • use the top of cap to break the tamper seal on the tube
  • apply product directly to dry hair and scalp
  • completely cover your scalp and hair closest to the scalp first, and then apply outwards towards the ends of your hair
  • use only amount needed to completely cover hair and scalp, up to 1 entire tube, and discard the remaining
  • rub product throughout your hair
  • it is important to completely cover your entire head so that all lice and eggs are exposed to the lotion. Be sure that each hair is coated from the scalp to the tip.

Wait and rinse

  • allow product to stay on your hair and scalp for 10 minutes after it has been applied. Use a timer or clock. Start timing after you have completely covered your hair and scalp with product.
  • after 10 minutes, rinse product completely from your hair and scalp using only water
  • after rinsing, dry and style as usual. Wait 24 hours before applying shampoo.

After treatment

*wash your hands after applying product

  • nit combing is not necessary when treating with product for it to work, but if desired, a fine-tooth comb or special nit comb may be used to remove dead lice and nits
  • this is a single use product. Discard tube after use.
  • do not use again on the same person and same lice infestation without talking to a healthcare provider first
  • if infestation continues, see a doctor for other treatments
  • machine wash any bedding and clothing used by anyone having lice. Machine wash at high temperatures (150°F) and tumble in a hot dryer for 20 minutes.
  • after finishing treatment with lice medicine, check everyone in your family for lice after one week. Consider treatment for those who have lice.

WARNINGS SECTION

Warnings

For external use only. Use only on the scalp.

Do not use

  • on children under 6 months of age
  • near the eyes
  • inside the nose, ear, mouth, or vagina
  • on lice in eyebrows or eyelashes. See a doctor if lice are present in these areas.

Ask a doctor before use if you

  • have any skin conditions or sensitivities
  • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if product can harm your unborn baby.
  • are currently or planning to breastfeed. Avoid getting product on your breast to help prevent contact by your baby.

When using this product

  • keep eyes tightly closed and protect eyes with a washcloth or towel
  • if product gets into eyes, gently flush with water
  • eye redness, soreness, or irritation can occur
  • dandruff, dry skin, or burning sensation of the skin can occur

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • breathing difficulty occurs
  • eye irritation occurs
  • skin or scalp irritation continues or infection occurs
  • rash develops

**If pregnant or breastfeeding,**ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.


STORAGE AND HANDLING SECTION

Other information

*TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF THE TAMPER SEAL ON THE TUBE HAS BEEN BROKEN.

  • store at room temperature 68º-77ºF (20º-25ºC)
  • do not freeze
  • keep carton and see Consumer Information Leaflet and warnings before use

OTC - ACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Active ingredient

Ivermectin 0.5%

OTC - PURPOSE SECTION

Purpose

Lice treatment

OTC - QUESTIONS SECTION

Questions?

1-866-923-4914


SPL UNCLASSIFIED SECTION

Distributed by:
** CVS Pharmacy, Inc.**
One CVS Drive
Woonsocket, RI 02895

Made in Israel

INACTIVE INGREDIENT SECTION

Inactive ingredients

butylated hydroxyanisole, castor oil, cetyl alcohol, citric acid anhydrous, crodalan AWS, cyclomethicone, glycerin, imidurea, lanolin alcohols, methylparaben, oleyl alcohol, olive oil, propylene glycol, propylparaben, purified water, shea butter, sodium citrate anhydrous, sorbitan tristearate and stearyl alcohol.


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