Vaniqa Cream

Description

Vaniqa is a medicated topical prescription cream used to reduce or slow down unwanted and excessive hair growth in adult women.

What is Vaniqa cream?

Vaniqa cream is not a permanent hair removal product, but it helps reduce excessive hair growth. It can be used to treat unwanted hair growth on the face, including the upper lips, chin as well as neck areas. The active ingredient eflornithine hydrochloride, is effective in inhibiting hair growth-stimulating enzymes. Excessive hair growth is faced by many women who suffer from hormonal imbalance, PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome), or as a result of side effects of certain medicines.

How does Vaniqa cream work?

Eflornithine hydrochloride reduces excessive hair growth by directly targeting the hair growth enzymes present in hair follicles. It acts on enzymes that play a role in growing hair shafts, blocks these enzymes, and slows down the process of new hair growth. It also slows the growth of already grown hair, making it thinner and less visible gradually. When it is used continuously, it shows visible results and, in some cases, stops hair growth completely.

How to use Vaniqa cream

We recommend that you read all the necessary information mentioned in the patient information leaflet or seek guidance from a doctor about the dose and frequency before using. However, here is some information that you may find useful:

• Clean, wash and dry the parts of your skin before applying the cream
• Apply a thin layer of cream to the affected area, and rub gently with your hands until absorbed
• Try not to wash the area for a minimum of 4 hours after applying the cream
• Makeup and sunscreen can be used once the medicine is absorbed completely.
• Wash your hands properly after applying cream
• It can be used twice daily or with a minimum 8-hour gap between each application or as your doctor suggests.
• Use regularly for at least 8 weeks to see noticeable results
• If irritation occurs, reduce usage to once daily, and if irritation persists, speak to your doctor.

Who can use Vaniqa cream?

Vaniqa cream is for adult women, particularly those who experience unwanted facial hair and want a long-term solution to reduce hair growth. It may be helpful for women facing hormonal imbalance or those who need frequent hair removal.

Who should not use Vaniqa cream?

You should not use this cream if:

• You are allergic to eflornithine hydrochloride or any other ingredient that is present in the formulation
• You have broken, irritated, or inflamed skin in the treatment area
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless approved by a doctor
• You are using other topical treatments on the same area unless directed by a healthcare provider