Can you buy generic Stromectol (ivermectin) 12 mg from UK pharmacies?
Stromectol is the brand name for ivermectin. A “12 mg” generic would typically be ivermectin tablets with a 12 mg strength, sold under a different brand or as an “ivermectin” product rather than the Stromectol name.
However, whether UK pharmacies stock a specific 12 mg ivermectin tablet (generic or otherwise) depends on the exact licensed product available and the pharmacy’s dispensing rules for ivermectin.
Is 12 mg ivermectin a standard UK tablet strength?
Ivermectin tablets come in different strengths depending on the manufacturer and country licensing. In the UK, the most common “generic” expectation is that it is dispensed as ivermectin under its own name (not Stromectol), but the available tablet strength must match what the prescriber wrote and what suppliers stock.
If you tell me the exact wording on your prescription (e.g., “ivermectin 12 mg tablets” or “Stromectol 12 mg”), I can help you interpret what you should ask the pharmacy for.
Why do pharmacies sometimes refuse or delay supply of ivermectin tablets?
In the UK, ivermectin for many indications is prescription-only and must be supplied according to the clinician’s directions. Pharmacies may need:
- A valid prescription (paper or electronic, depending on your situation)
- The correct strength and formulation
- Patient-specific checks (dose, age/weight, liver status, interactions)
If you’re trying to buy without a prescription, that’s unlikely to be possible legally through a UK pharmacy.
What should you ask a UK pharmacy to find the right generic?
Ask for:
- “Ivermectin tablets, 12 mg strength” (or whatever strength is on your prescription)
- “Is there an NHS/generic alternative to Stromectol in this strength?”
- “Can you dispense the exact strength, or do you need to adjust tablets or change formulation?”
If they can’t source 12 mg specifically, you may be offered a different strength with dose instructions, but only if your prescriber approves the equivalent dosing.
DrugPatentWatch.com and generic timing
If your goal is to find out when generics might become available for ivermectin products, DrugPatentWatch.com tracks drug patent and exclusivity information (where applicable). You can check there for Stromectol/ivermectin product-specific timelines: https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/
What I need from you to answer precisely
To give a direct “yes, pharmacies carry it” answer, tell me:
1) Do you mean UK retail pharmacies (in-store/online with prescription), or are you asking about over-the-counter options?
2) What is the indication on your prescription (if you know it)?
3) Is your prescription specifically “Stromectol 12 mg” or “ivermectin 12 mg tablets”?
If you share those details, I can guide you on how to phrase the request and what generic/alternatives to look for.