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Drug Interactions
Vaniqa has no known drug interactions. Make sure your doctor is aware of all medications and facial products you are using before you begin Vaniqa treatments.
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Why is this drug prescribed?
VANIQA (pronounced "VAN-i-ka") is a prescription medication applied to the skin for the reduction of unwanted facial hair in women. The active ingredient in VANIQA is eflornithine hydrochloride. VANIQ
A also contains ceteareth-20, cetearyl alcohol, dimethicone, glyceryl stearate, methylparaben, mineral oil, PEG-100 stearate, phenoxyethanol, propylparaben, stearyl alcohol and water.
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Cautions
If skin irritation occurs, reduce the frequency of treatments. If irritation continues, stop using the medicine and contact your doctor.
If no improvement is seen after six months of treatme
nt, stop using the medicine and contact your doctor.
If condition gets worse while you use the medicine, stop the medicine and contact your doctor.
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How should this medicine be used?
Apply a thin layer of VANIQA to affected areas of the face and adjacent involved areas under the chin and rub in thoroughly. Do not wash treated area for at least 4 hours. Use twice daily at least 8 h
ours apart or as directed by a physician. The patient should continue to use hair removal techniques as needed in conjunction with VANIQA. (VANIQA should be applied at least 5 minutes after hair remov
al.) Cosmetics or sunscreens may be applied over treated areas after cream has dried.
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What side effects can this medication cause?
Vaniqa is intended for any woman who has unwanted facial hair around their lips or under their chin. If you are allergic to any of the active ingredients, let your doctor know. Vaniqa contains ingredi
ents including Vaniqa also contains ceteareth-20, cetearyl alcohol, dimethicone, glyceryl stearate, methylparaben, mineral oil, PEG-bO stearate, phenoxyethanol, propylparaben, stearyl alcohol and wate
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Precautions Before Using This Medicine
Allergies¡XTell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to Vaniqa. Also tell your health care professional if you are allergic to any other substances or topical medications.
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