Dosage and regimen
The ivermectin group will receive a single dose of 400 mcg/kg, given once a month for three months. The participant’s weight and related dosage will be confirmed using portable scales prior to administration.The albendazole group will receive a single dose of 400 mg, given once a month for three months.The following dosage forms will be used in the study:Ivermectin: 3 mg tabletsAlbendazole: 400 mg tabletsAnimal treatment: ivermectin injectable at 1% once a month