Merck + Co., Inc.

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James B Williams

Ivermectin, an antiparasitic agent which is insoluble and unstable in water, is solubilized by the formation of colloidal particles, called micelles, with surface active agents as solubilizers and stabilized by using cosolvents and/or appropriate substrates in the aqueous formulation. The liquid formulations are suitable for use as parenteral or oral administration for the treatment of parasitic infections.

Solubilization of ivermectin in water

A soluble complex of an insoluble drug, exemplified by Rafoxanide is formed with polyvinylpyrrolidone and water. The complex is formed by combining the insoluble drug and polyvinylpyrrolidone in a suitable water miscible organic solvent, preferably acetone or glycerolformal, and water. The complex is formed in situ. The solvent may be removed, if desired, and the complex remains in aqueous solution. The aqueous solution is then suitable for injection and may be used to treat fasciola or liver fluke infections.

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