Vaniqa 11.5% Cream - 60g
Available in single and double pack sizes
- Vaniqa Cream
- Used to slow down the growth of unwanted hair on the face
- Available in a single or multipack
- Always read the patient information leaflet before use.
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Vaniqa is a medicated cream containing the active ingredient eflornithine, intended for use in adult women who experience unwanted excessive hair growth on the face and under the chin. Excessive facial hair in women is most often caused by polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), but can also be caused by certain medicines, anabolic steroids or hormonal conditions like Cushing’s syndrome and acromegaly.
How Vaniqa works
The active ingredient in Vaniqa is eflornithine, which reduces the growth of excessive hair (hirsutism) on the face of women by slowing down the growth of hair through its effect on a specific enzyme (a protein in the body involved in the production of hair).
Directions
Always take this medicine exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Use twice a day, at least 8 hours apart. If you have just shaved or used any other hair removal products, wait at least 5 minutes before using Vaniqa.
Clean and dry the areas of the skin where you intend to use the cream. Then apply a thin layer of cream and rub it in thoroughly until there’s no visible residue remaining. If possible, do not wash the treated area of skin for 4 hours after applying Vaniqa. Wash your hands after applying the cream.
Side effects
Like all medicines, Vaniqa can cause side effects, but these won’t affect everyone and will usually resolve without having to stop treatment. Side effects of Vaniqa typically affect the skin and are usually mild. Common side effects include:
- Acne
- Dry skin
- Hair loss
- Inflammation around the hair shaft
- Itching
- Rash
- Redness
- Skin irritation
- Stinging, tingling or burning feeling on the skin
For more information about potential side effects, refer to the patient information leaflet. If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.
Warnings
Do not use Vaniqa if you are under 18 or allergic to any of the ingredients listed in the patient information leaflet. Do not use Vaniqa if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor before taking Vaniqa if you have any other medical problems, you’re taking any other medicines or if you are unsure whether or not to use this medicine.
Important information
This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk
If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or our pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or our pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.
Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.
Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.
Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.
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