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How should this medicine be used?
Follow the instructions for application of VANIQA carefully. Apply a thin layer of VANIQA to the affected areas of the face and adjacent involved areas under the chin and rub in thoroughly. You should
not wash the treatment areas for at least 4 hours after application of VANIQA (eflornithine hydrochloride) Cream, 13.9%.
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Possible food and drug interactions when taking this medication
Although there is no drug interaction known for Vaniqa, you had better inform your doctor of all medications and facial products you are using before you begin Vaniqa treatments.
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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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Why is this medication prescribed?
VANIQA is a prescription cream that helps women manage unwanted facial hair. That's because it's the first - and only - prescription cream clinically proven to slow the growth of unwanted facial hair
in women. Over time you may be removing hair less often. VANIQA does not remove hair. Applying this fragrance-free cream twice a day, every day, should not replace your current method of removal. Inst
ead, VANIQA (eflornithine HCl) Cream, 13.9% complements it by slowing hair growth. You should continue to use your current method of hair removal or treatment. VANIQA is a prescription drug for extern
al use only. VANIQA was studied in women around the lips and under the chin.
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Precautions while Using this Medicine
In case condition gets worse while you use the medicine, stop the medicine and contact your doctor.
If skin irritation occurs, reduce the frequency of treatments. If irritation cont
inues, stop using the medicine and contact your doctor.
If no improvement is seen after six months of treatment, stop using the medicine and contact your doctor.
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What side effects may occur?
In clinical trials, some women experienced minor and temporary skin irritations such as redness, stinging, burning, tingling or rash. If these persist, consult your doctor. Only 2% of subjects discont
inued studies due to side effects related to the use of VANIQA.
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