Eflornithine - Topical
Brand Names
Vaniqa
Eflornithine *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects
How to Use
This drug
comes with a patient instruction sheet. Read this sheet carefully and follow
the directions. If you have any questions on how to use this drug, be
sure to ask your health care professional.
This drug is usually using on the face and nearby involved areas under
the chin only. Do not get the drug in your eyes, nose, or mouth. Rinse
thoroughly with water and contact your family doctor if the drug gets in the
eyes
You need to continue your normal hair removal procedures while using this
drug and the drug must be applied at least five minutes after the
unwanted hair has been removed. You must wait until the drug dries before
applying cosmetics or sunscreen.
Do not wash the treated areas for at least 4 hours
after applying the drug.
Dosage
The dose of eflornithine will be various
for various diseaseds
Follow your family doctor's orders or
the directions on the label
. The following information includes only
the average dose of eflornithine
If your dose is various,
do not change it
unless your family doctor tells you to do so.
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For topical
dosage form - cream:
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For reduced rate of facial hair growth in women.
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Adults and children 12 years of age or older Coat the problem
areas on the face and nearby areas under the chin with the drug two times
a day with the second treat coming at least eight hours after the first.
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Children under 12 years of age Use and dose must be determined
by your family doctor.
Missed dose If you forget or miss a dose of this drug,
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 drug:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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Store at 15°C-30°C - 59°F-86°F .
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Keep the drug from freezing..
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Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed. Be sure
that any discarded drug is out of the reach of children.
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