Vaniqa is used to reduce unwanted facial hair in women. It does not permanently remove hair or “cure” unwanted facial hair. However it will help you manage your condition and improve your appearance.
Vaniqa may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide. Do not use Vaniqa if you have had an allergic reaction to it in the past. Vaniqa is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether eflornithine will harm an unborn baby. Do not use this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. It is also not known whether eflornithine passes into breast milk. Do not use this medicine without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Vaniqa has not been approved for use by children younger than 12 years of age. If you miss a dose of Vaniqa, skip the dose you missed and apply your next regularly scheduled dose as directed. Do not apply a double dose of this medication or try to “make up” a missed dose. An overdose is not likely to occur. If the cream has been ingested, or if you suspect an overdose has occurred, contact your doctor, hospital emergency room, or poison control center for advice. Avoid getting this medication in your eyes, nose, or mouth. If this occurs, wash the area with water. If Vaniqa gets in your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact your doctor.
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