VANIQA (pronounced
"VAN-i-ka") is a medication women
apply to the skin for the reduction
of unwanted facial hair. It does
not permanently remove hair or
"cure" unwanted facial hair. VANIQA
interferes with an enzyme found
in the hair follicle of the skin
needed for hair growth. This results
in slower hair growth and improved
appearance on the areas where
it is applied.
Your treatment program
should include continuation of any hair removal
technique you are currently using. Vaniqa
will help you manage your condition and improve
your appearance.
Vaniqa Cream Directions?
You apply a thin layer
of Vaniqa to the affected areas of the face
and closest involved areas under the chin,
and then rub in thoroughly. You should not
wash the treatment areas for at least 4 hours
after application of Vaniqa. Follow the instructions,
which are included with the medication carefully.
Vaniqa is to be used twice daily, at least
eight hours apart, or as directed by your
doctor. VANIQA is for external use only.
You'll need to go on with your normal procedures
for hair removal until the desired results
have been achieved. You may then be less bothered
by the time spent in removing hair or the
frequency of hair removal.
You may use your normal cosmetics or sunscreen
after applying Vaniqa, but you should wait
a few minutes to allow the treatment to be
absorbed before applying them.
Vaniqa Cream Side
Effects?
Vaniqa may cause temporary
redness, rash, burning, stinging or tingling,
especially when the skin is damaged. If irritation
continues, stop use of Vaniqa and contact
your doctor. Avoid getting the medication
in your eyes or inside your nose or mouth.
If the product gets in your eyes, rinse thoroughly
with water and contact your doctor
Vaniqa Cream Warnings?
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. If you are allergic
to any of the ingredients, tell your doctor.
Vaniqa also contains ceteareth-20, cetearyl
alcohol, dimethicone, glyceryl stearate, methylparaben,
mineral oil, PEG-bO stearate, phenoxyethanol,
propylparaben, stearyl alcohol and water.
If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant,
discuss with your doctor whether you should
use it during pregnancy. No clinical studies
have been performed in pregnant women. You
should not use Vaniqa if you are less than
12 years of age.
If you are breast-feeding, consult your doctor
before using Vaniqa. It is not known if Vaniqa
is passed to infants through breast milk.
Vaniqa Cream Drug
Interactions?
There are no reported
drug interactions, however, if you are taking
any prescription medicines, non-prescription
medicines or using any facial or skin creams,
check with your physician before use of Vaniqa.
Vaniqa Cream Missed
Dose?
If you forget or miss
a dose of Vaniqa do not try to "make it up".
Return to your normal application schedule
as soon as you can.
Vaniqa Cream Storage?
Vaniqa should be stored
at 15ºC-30ºC (59ºF -86ºF). Do not freeze.
Anything Else I Should
Know About Vaniqa Cream?
Vaniqa is 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 slows hair
growth. It is for external use only.
Improvement in the condition occurs gradually.
Don't be discouraged if you see no immediate
improvement. Be patient. Improvement may be
seen as early as 4 to 8 weeks of treatment.
Improvement may take longer in some individuals.
If no improvement is seen after 6 months of
use, discontinue use. Clinical studies show
that in about 8 weeks after stopping treatment
with Vaniqa, the hair will return to the same
condition as before beginning treatment.
Do not give it or allow other people to use
it. Keep this and all medicines out of the
reach of children.
NOTE: The above
information is intended to supplement, not
substitute for, the expertise and judgment
of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare
professional. It should not be construed to
indicate that the use of the product is safe,
appropriate, or effective for you. Consult
your healthcare professional before taking
the product.
