Vaniqa For Unwanted Or Excess Facial hair - Frequently Asked Questions
Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication is the first and only prescription cream of its kind, so you may have some questions. The following are some of the most frequently asked ones.
What is Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication?
Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication is the first and only prescription cream clinically proven to reduce the growth of unwanted facial hair in women. Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication (eflornithine HCl) Cream, 13.9% does not remove hair or replace your current hair removal method. Instead, Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication complements it by reducing hair growth. With consistent use twice a day, you should be spending less time removing facial hair.
How do I get the best results?
A little Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication goes a long way. As directed by your doctor, massage a thin layer of Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication on the affected areas of your face twice a day as part of your daily skin care routine, until it’s absorbed into the skin.
Can I use Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication with cosmetics, moisturizers and sunscreens?
Yes. Just wait for Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication to dry before applying cosmetics, moisturizers or sunscreens. After applying Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication, wait at least four hours before you wash your face.
What happens if I don’t use Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication regularly?
If you forget or miss a day, don’t try to "make it up." If you don’t apply Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication for an extended period of time, hair will begin growing at the same rate as it used to. Once you resume using Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication twice a day, everyday, hair growth should slow again. If you have other questions, talk to your doctor.
How do I get Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication?
Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication is only available by prescription so you should ask a doctor if Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication is right for you. Any doctor can write a prescription for Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication, 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 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 Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication is working?
When you rub Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication 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 Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication is really working.
Does Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication 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 Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication.
Who can use Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication?
Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication is for women who are bothered by unwanted facial hair and can be used on all skin types. It should not be used if you are less than 12 years old. Ask your doctor if Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication is right for you. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, discuss with your doctor whether you should use Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication during pregnancy. No clinical studies have been performed in pregnant women. If you are breast feeding, consult your doctor before using Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication. It is not known if Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication is passed to infants through breast milk.
How long until I see results with Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication?
Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication does not work instantly and it takes time for results to become visible, but you could see improvement in as early as eight weeks. In clinical studies, the longer Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication 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 Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication mean I don’t have to deal with unwanted facial hair anymore?
No, Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication does not remove hair. If you are currently using a hair removal treatment method, it’s important for you to continue doing so. Vaniqa Prescription Hair Inhibition Medication complements your current method of hair removal by reducing the rate of growth, so over time you should be removing UFH less often.