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ELIMITE vs STROMECTOL

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 19, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. ELIMITE and STROMECTOL are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Rating

68/100
70/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.23 /g
$2.99 /g

Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

PERMETHRIN
IVERMECTIN

Dosage forms

Topical
Tablet

Drug class

Pyrethroid
Antiparasitic

Boxed warning

None
None

Treats

Lice Infestations, Scabies
Ascariasis, Elephantiasis, Mansonelliasis

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Elimite or Stromectol?

By our independent rating, Stromectol scores higher — 3.5 vs 3.4 out of 5 for Elimite. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

Which is cheaper, Elimite or Stromectol?

Elimite costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $0.23 vs $2.99 per gm, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Elimite and Stromectol?

Elimite contains Permethrin, while Stromectol contains Ivermectin — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.