Eflornithine : Proper Use (Vaniqa)

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Eflornithine (Topical)

Brand Names : Vaniqa

Eflornithine | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Proper Use of This Medicine

This medicine comes with a patient instruction sheet. Read this sheet carefully and follow the directions. If you have any questions on how to use this medicine, be sure to ask your health care professional.

This medicine is usually used on the face and nearby involved areas under the chin only. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse thoroughly with water and contact your doctor if the medicine gets in the eyes

You need to continue your normal hair removal procedures while using this medicine, and the medicine should be applied at least five minutes after the unwanted hair has been removed. You should wait until the medicine dries before applying cosmetics or sunscreen.

Do not wash the treated areas for at least 4 hours after applying the medicine.

Dosing - The dose of eflornithine will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average dose of eflornithine. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

For topical dosage form (cream):
- For reduced rate of facial hair growth in women.
  - Adults and children 12 years of age or older - Coat the problem areas on the face and nearby areas under the chin with the medicine two times a day with the second treatment coming at least eight hours after the first.
  - Children under 12 years of age - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.

Missed dose - If you forget or miss a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage - To store this medicine:

Keep out of the reach of children.
Store away from heat and direct light.
Store at 15�C-30�C (59�F-86�F) .
Keep the medicine from freezing..
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.

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