So FLCCC has updated their protocols (they do so a couple of times per year)
Here's their
preventative course that I basically follow (minus the Elderberry and I do quercetin 500 mg 1x p/wk and I go easy on the melatonin)
I-PREVENT: COVID, Flu and RSV Protection Protocol - FLCCC | Front Line COVID-19 Critical Care Alliance
As to Ivermectin, they seem to downplay the need (for
prevention) other than certain conditions
How to prevent infection before you’ve been exposed
- Antiseptic antimicrobial mouthwash: gargle twice daily (do not swallow). Choose mouthwashes containing chlorhexidine, povidone-iodine, cetylpyridinium chloride (e.g., ScopeTM, ActTM, CrestTM), or the combination of eucalyptus, menthol, and thymol.
- Vitamin D: dosing varies; optimal target is greater than 50 ng/ml (Table 1) presents a safe and practical treatment schedule for raising serum concentrations in non-urgent situations. The dosing schedule illustrated in Table 2 should be used when recent serum concentration levels are unavailable.
- Vitamin C: 500 mg twice daily
- Zinc: 20-50 mg/day
Commercial zinc supplements are commonly formulated as zinc oxide or salts with acetate, gluconate, and sulfate.
- Melatonin: 1-6 mg nightly (slow/extended)
Begin with 1 mg and increase as tolerated to 6 mg at night. Causes drowsiness. Some patients are intolerant to melatonin, having very disturbing and vivid dreams; in these patients, it may be best to start with a 0.3 mg slow-release tablet and increase slowly, as tolerated.
- Elderberry syrup, supplements or gummies: follow manufacturer’s dosing recommendations
Take during periods of high transmission of COVID-19, influenza, and RSV. A triple combination containing elderberry, Vitamin C, and zinc may be a convenient approach. Patients with autoimmune disease should take for 2 weeks or less and monitor their symptoms closely.
- Resveratrol or a Combination Flavonoid supplement: 400-500 mg daily
The safety of resveratrol, quercetin, and pterostilbene has not been determined in pregnancy and they should therefore be avoided. Due to the possible drug interaction between quercetin and ivermectin, these drugs should not be taken simultaneously (i.e., should be staggered morning and night
- Ivermectin: In the current situation of abundant natural immunity along with the recent circulation of less severe and more highly transmissible variants, chronic weekly or Twice weekly ivermectin prophylaxis is no longer applicable to most people.
The following prophylaxis approaches with ivermectin can be considered and applied based on patient preference, comorbid status, immune status, and in discussion with their provider:
- Twice weekly ivermectin at 0.2mg/kg; can be considered in those with significant comorbidity and lack of natural immunity or immunosuppressive states or those with long COVID or post-vaccine syndrome who are not already on ivermectin as treatment
- Daily ivermectin just prior to and during periods of high possible exposure such as travel, weddings, conferences, etc.
- Immediate initiation of daily ivermectin at treatment doses (0.4mg/kg) upon first symptoms of a viral syndrome
As I have some autoimmune issues and to my knowledge never had the bug, I still take 12-16 mg per week
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If you think you have been exposed, then their protocol ratchets up the Ivermectin and others
How to prevent infection if you have potentially been exposed
- Naso-Oropharyngeal hygiene (Nasal Spray and Mouthwash): 2-3 times daily
The combination of nasal antiseptic sprays and oropharyngeal mouthwashes is strongly suggested. Choose a nasal spray with 1% povidone-iodine (for example Immune Mist™, CofixRX™ or Ionovo™) and a mouthwash containing chlorhexidine, povidone-iodine, cetylpyridinium chloride (e.g., Scope™, Crest™ or Act™), or the combination of eucalyptus, menthol, and thymol (Listerine™).
- Elderberry: four times daily as per manufacturer’s directions for 1 week (gummy, supplement, or syrup)
- Vitamin C: 500-1000 mg four times daily for 1 week
- Elemental Zinc: 50-90 mg daily for 1 week
- Melatonin: 2-5 mg at night (slow/extended release)
- Resveratrol/Combination Flavonoid supplement: 500 mg twice daily
A flavonoid combination containing resveratrol, quercetin and pterostilbene is recommended.
Optional with documented exposure to COVID-19 (positive test):
- Ivermectin: 0.4 mg/kg immediately, then repeat second dose in 24 hours;
AND
- Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ): 200 mg twice a day for 5 days.
OR
- Nitazoxanide: 500-600 mg twice daily for 5 days
Table 3. How to calculate ivermectin dose
Note that ivermectin is available in different strengths (e.g., 3, 6 or 12 mg) and administration forms (tablets, capsules, drops, etc.). Note that tablets can be halved for more accurate dosing, while capsules cannot.
How much do I weigh? | What dose does the protocol say? | | | | |
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