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article · BMC Pharmacology and Toxicology

Analysis of severe adverse effects following community-based ivermectin treatment in the Democratic Republic of Congo

201920 citationsOpen accessUniversité de Kinshasa (UNIKIN)

Abstract

Co-endemicity of loiasis and onchocerciasis is one of the key factors responsible for the occurrence of SAE following ivermectin treatment. Mobilization of resources necessary to the appropriate management of SAE and awareness of populations are essential to achieve onchocerciasis control in DRC.

Research topics

  • Parasitic Diseases Research and Treatment
  • Parasites and Host Interactions

Sustainable Development Goals

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DOI: 10.1186/s40360-019-0327-5

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