Vaniqa Frequently Asked Questions

What is VANIQA?

VANIQA is a prescription cream that helps women manage unwanted facial hair. That's because it's the first - and only - prescription cream clinically proven to slow the growth of unwanted facial hair in women. Over time you may be removing hair less often. VANIQA does not remove hair. Applying this fragrance-free cream twice a day, every day, should not replace your current method of removal. Instead, VANIQA (eflornithine HCl) Cream, 13.9% complements it by slowing hair growth. You should continue to use your current method of hair removal or treatment. VANIQA is a prescription drug for external use only. VANIQA was studied in women around the lips and under the chin.

How do I get the best results?

A little VANIQA goes a long way. As directed by your doctor, massage a thin layer of VANIQA on the affected area of your face twice a day, until it's absorbed into your skin. It may fit nicely into your normal skin care routine in the morning and evening.

Can I use VANIQA with cosmetics and sunscreens?

Yes. Just wait for VANIQA to dry before applying cosmetics or sunscreens. After applying VANIQA, wait at least four hours before you wash your face.

What happens if I don't use VANIQA regularly?

If you forget or miss a dose of VANIQA (eflornithine HCl) Cream, 13.9%, don't try to "make it up." If you don't apply VANIQA for an extended period of time, hair will begin growing at the same rate as it used to. Once you resume using VANIQA twice a day, everyday, hair growth should slow again. If you have other questions, talk to your doctor.

How do I get VANIQA?

VANIQA is only available by prescription so you should ask a doctor if VANIQA is right for you. Any doctor can write a prescription for VANIQA, so you can talk to your regular doctor, an ob-gyn, a dermatologist, or any other doctor you feel comfortable talking to.

Is it appropriate to talk to my doctor about my unwanted facial hair?

Certainly. While you may hide your facial hair from everyone else, you can feel comfortable discussing it with your doctor. After all, now for the first time your doctor has a prescription option to offer you. You can be sure your doctor is willing - and able - to help.

How do I know VANIQA is working?

That's the wonderful thing about it: success is what you can't see. When you rub VANIQA in, it goes below the surface to slow growth within the hair follicle itself. So over time, you may find you're less bothered by the time spent tweezing, waxing, shaving, bleaching, or using any other method to manage your facial hair. That's how you'll know VANIQA (eflornithine HCl) Cream, 13.9% is really working.

Does VANIQA have any side effects I should be worried about?

In clinical trials, some women experienced minor and temporary skin irritations such as redness, stinging, burning, tingling or rash. If these persist, consult your doctor. Only 2% of subjects discontinued studies due to side effects related to the use of VANIQA.

Who can use VANIQA?

VANIQA can be used on all skin types and is for women who are bothered by unwanted hair around the lips and under the chin. It should not be used if you are less than 12 years old. Ask your doctor if VANIQA is right for you. If you are pregnant or plan to to become pregnant, discuss with your doctor whether you should use VANIQA (eflornithine HCl) Cream, 13.9% during pregnancy. No clinical studies have been performed in pregnant women. If you are breast feeding, consult your doctor before using VANIQA. It is not known if VANIQA is passed to infants through breast milk.

How long until I see results?

VANIQA is not a quick fix. It takes time for results to become visible, as early as eight weeks for some. And the good news is, in clinical studies, the longer VANIQA was used, the better it worked. Individual results may vary. If no improvement has been seen in six months, you should discontinue use.

Does VANIQA mean I don't have to deal with unwanted facial hair anymore?

No. VANIQA does not remove hair. If you are currently using a hair removal treatment method, it's important for you to continue doing so. VANIQA (eflornithine HCl) Cream, 13.9% complements your current method of hair removal by slowing the rate of growth, so you can keep looking your best.

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