{"id":26547,"date":"2022-10-14T14:47:29","date_gmt":"2022-10-14T14:47:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=26547"},"modified":"2022-10-18T07:43:26","modified_gmt":"2022-10-18T07:43:26","slug":"vanika","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/vanika\/","title":{"rendered":"Vanika &#8211; Eflornithine uses, dose and side effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>11.5%&nbsp;cream<br>(eflornithine)<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Vaniqa is and what it is used for<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vaniqa contains the active substance eflornithine.\u00a0Eflornithine slows hair growth through its effect on a special\u00a0enzyme\u00a0(a\u00a0protein\u00a0in the body that affects hair production).\u00a0Vaniqa is used to reduce excessive hair growth (\u00a0hirsutism\u00a0) on the face in women older than 18 years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What you need to know before using Vaniqa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do not use Vaniqa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to eflornithine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings and precautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Vaniqa<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>also tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems (especially related to your kidneys or liver).<\/li><li>if you are not sure if you should use this medicine or not, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Heavy hair growth can be caused by an underlying disease.&nbsp;Talk to your doctor if you have polycystic ovary syndrome (&nbsp;PCOS&nbsp;) or special hormone-producing&nbsp;tumors&nbsp;or if you take medicines that can induce hair growth, e.g.&nbsp;cyclosporine (after organ transplants),&nbsp;glucocorticoids&nbsp;(e.g. for rheumatic or allergic diseases), minoxidil (for high&nbsp;blood pressure&nbsp;), phenobarbitone (for seizures) or hormone replacement therapy with male hormone effects.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children and young people<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vaniqa is&nbsp;<strong>not<\/strong>&nbsp;recommended for use in people under 18 years of age.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other medicines and Vaniqa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines, even those without a prescription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor if you need to use other medications on the skin areas where you use&nbsp;cream&nbsp;one.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy and breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do&nbsp;<strong>not<\/strong>&nbsp;use Vaniqa if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.&nbsp;You should use a different method to treat your facial hair if you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving ability and use of machinery<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vaniqa is not expected to have any effect on your ability to drive or use machines<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vaniqa contains cetostearyl alcohol and stearyl alcohol&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>which can give rise to local skin reactions (e.g.&nbsp;contact dermatitis&nbsp;).&nbsp;<strong>Vaniqa also contains methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218) and propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216)<\/strong>&nbsp;which can cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).<br><a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to use Vaniqa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine as directed by your doctor.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Used twice a day at least 8 hours apart.<\/li><li>If you experience irritation (e.g. stinging, burning), reduce the use of Vaniqa to once daily until the irritation has subsided.\u00a0If it persists, contact your doctor.<\/li><li>If you have shaved or used any other method of hair removal, wait at least\u00a0<strong>5 minutes<\/strong>\u00a0before using Vaniqa.\u00a0It may sting or burn if you apply the\u00a0cream\u00a0to sore or irritated skin.<\/li><li>Clean and dry the skin areas where you want to use the\u00a0cream.<\/li><li>Apply a thin layer of\u00a0cream\u00a0and rub in thoroughly until no visible\u00a0cream\u00a0remains on the treated areas.<\/li><li>If possible, do not\u00a0wash these skin areas within 4 hours after the\u00a0cream\u00a0has been rubbed in.<\/li><li>Wash your hands after the\u00a0cream\u00a0has been rubbed in.<\/li><li>Wait at least\u00a05 minutes\u00a0before using make-up or sunscreen on the same areas.<\/li><li>When using the\u00a0cream\u00a0on the face,\u00a0avoid\u00a0contact with the eyes or the inside of the nose or mouth.\u00a0If you accidentally get Vaniqa in your eyes, mouth, or nose, rinse thoroughly with water.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Vaniqa is not a hair removal cream, so you may need to continue with your hair removal method, e.g.&nbsp;shaving or picking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It may take 8 weeks before you see any results.\u00a0You must continue to use\u00a0cream\u00a0one.\u00a0If you do not see any improvement after using it for 4 months, consult your doctor.\u00a0If you stop using\u00a0cream\u00a0one, the original hair growth can return within 8 weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you have used too much Vaniqa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Putting too much&nbsp;cream&nbsp;on your skin is unlikely to harm you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you or someone else accidentally swallows Vaniqa, contact\u00a0your doctor\u00a0<strong>immediately.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you forget to use Vaniqa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Immediately rub in the\u00a0cream, but wait at least 8 hours before using the medicine again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you stop using Vaniqa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To maintain reduced hair growth, continue to use Vaniqa continuously as directed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions about this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<a><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Possible side effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Side effects\u00a0are usually limited to the skin and are mild.\u00a0These normally disappear without stopping treatment with Vaniqa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The frequency of possible\u00a0side effects, which is listed below, is defined as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>very common<\/td><td>(occurs in more than 1 in 10 users)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>usual<\/td><td>(affects 1 to 10 users in 100)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>less common<\/td><td>(affects 1 to 10 in 1,000 users)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>rare<\/td><td>(affects 1 to 10 in 10,000 users)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>very rare<\/td><td>(affects less than 1 in 10,000 users)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>no known frequency<\/td><td>(cannot be calculated from available data).<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Very common (affects more than 1 in 10 users)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>acne<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common (affects 1 to 10 users in 100)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>dry skin<\/li><li>hair loss<\/li><li>inflammation\u00a0around the hair shaft<\/li><li>itching<\/li><li>rash<\/li><li>redness<\/li><li>skin irritation and bumps caused by shaving<\/li><li>skin irritation<\/li><li>stinging, stinging, or burning sensation in the skin<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Uncommon (affects 1 to 10 users in 1,000)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>bumpy rash (papular rash)<\/li><li>mouth ulcers<\/li><li>redness\u00a0and irritation where the\u00a0cream\u00a0is used<\/li><li>eczema<\/li><li>inflamed, dry, chapped, or numb lips<\/li><li>ingrowing hair<\/li><li>pale areas of the skin<\/li><li>skin bleeding<\/li><li>skin abscesses<\/li><li>skin redness<\/li><li>skin inflammation<\/li><li>tender skin<\/li><li>swelling of the mouth or face<\/li><li>abnormal hair quality or hair growth<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rare (affects 1 to 10 users in 10,000)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>abnormal skin growth (skin neoplasm)<\/li><li>strong hair growth<\/li><li>redness, facial redness, and pimples possibly with var<\/li><li>other skin problems<\/li><li>red, scaly, and itchy skin inflammation (\u00a0seborrheic\u00a0dermatitis\u00a0)<\/li><li>red, lumpy rash or blisters<\/li><li>skin cysts<\/li><li>tightening skin<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to store Vaniqa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Use before the expiry date stated on the box and at the bottom of the tube after { Expiration date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Opened tube with leftover&nbsp;cream&nbsp;is discarded after 6 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure the tube cap is securely screwed on after each use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Store at a maximum of 25 \u00b0C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines\u00a0<strong>must not<\/strong>\u00a0be thrown into the drain or among the household waste.\u00a0Ask the pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer used.\u00a0These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents of the packaging and other information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is eflornithine.\u00a0Each gram of\u00a0cream\u00a0contains 115 mg of eflornithine (as a hydrochloride monohydrate).<\/li><li>Other ingredients are cetostearyl alcohol, macrogol cetostearyl ether, dimethicone, glycerol stearate, macrogol stearate, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), liquid paraffin, phenoxyethanol, propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), purified water and stearyl alcohol.\u00a0Small amounts of sodium hydroxide (E524) are sometimes added to adjust the acidity (\u00a0pH\u00a0).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Appearance and package sizes of the medicine<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Vaniqa is a\u00a0cream\u00a0with a white to off-white color.\u00a0It is supplied in 15g, 30g, and 60g tubes but possibly not all pack sizes will be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Admiral, SA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ronda General Miter, 151<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>08022 Barcelona<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Phone: + 34 93 291 30 00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Admiral Hermal GmbH<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scholtzstrasse 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>D-21465 Reinbeck<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Germany<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For further information about this medicinal product, contact the representative of the marketing authorization holder:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Belgique\/Belgi\u00eb\/Belgien<\/strong>Admiral NVTel\/Tel: +32 (0)2 771 86 37<\/td><td><strong>Ireland<\/strong>Almirall ApSTel.: +45 70 25 75 75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>\u0411\u044a\u043b\u0433\u0430\u0440\u0441\u043a\u0438&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>\/&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>\u010cesk\u00e1 republika \/&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Hrvatska \/&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Eesti \/&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>\u0395\u03bb\u03bb\u03ac\u03b4\u03b1&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>\/ Espa\u00f1a \/&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>\u039a\u03c5\u03c0\u03c1\u03bf\u03c2&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>\/&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Latvija \/ Lietuva \/&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Magyarorsz\u00e1g \/&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Malta \/ Rom\u00e2nia \/ Slovenija \/&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Slovensk\u00e1 republika<\/strong>Admiral, SATel\/Tel\/Tlf\/T\u03b7l\/S\u00edmi: +34 93 291 30 00<\/td><td><strong>The Netherlands<\/strong>Admiral BVTel.: +31 (0) 307991155<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Deutschland<\/strong><strong>Luxembourg\/Luxembourg<\/strong>Admiral Hermal GmbHPhone: +49 (0)40 72704-0<\/td><td><strong>Austria<\/strong>Almirall GmbHTel.: +43 01\/595 39 60<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Denmark \/ \u00cdsland \/ Norway \/ Suomi\/Finland \/ Sweden<\/strong>Almirall ApSTel.\/Puh.: +45 70 25 75 75<\/td><td><strong>Polish<\/strong>AdmiralPhone: +48 22 330 02 57<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>France<\/strong>Admiral SASTel.: +33(0)1 46 46 19 20<\/td><td><strong>Portugal<\/strong>Almirall &#8211; Produtos Farmac\u00eauticos, Lda.Tel.: +351 21 415 57 50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Italy<\/strong>Almirall SpATel.: +39 02 346181<\/td><td><strong>United Kingdom<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Vaniqa contains the active substance eflornithine.\u00a0Eflornithine slows hair growth through its effect on a special\u00a0enzyme\u00a0(a\u00a0protein\u00a0in the body that affects hair production).\u00a0Vaniqa is used to reduce excessive hair growth (\u00a0hirsutism\u00a0) on the face in women older than 18 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