Drug: Eflornithine HCl 13.9% Cream | Class: Ornithine Decarboxylase Inhibitor | Brand: Vaniqa (Almirall); Eflora (Sun Pharma India) | Indication: Unwanted facial hair (hirsutism) in women — slows hair regrowth | Dose: Apply thin layer to affected facial areas twice daily, 8 hours apart
Quick Answer — What is Eflornithine used for?
Eflornithine Cream is used for unwanted facial hair (hirsutism) in women — slows hair regrowth. FDA-approved; RCT: eflornithine significantly reduced facial hair rate vs vehicle; laser/IPL combo enhances results.
Eflornithine Cream – Ornithine Decarboxylase Inhibitor
Eflornithine Cream contains Eflornithine HCl 13.9% Cream, a ornithine decarboxylase inhibitor for unwanted facial hair (hirsutism) in women — slows hair regrowth. FDA-approved; RCT: eflornithine significantly reduced facial hair rate vs vehicle; laser/IPL combo enhances results.
Product Information
| Attribute |
Details |
| Generic Name |
Eflornithine HCl 13.9% Cream |
| Drug Class |
Ornithine Decarboxylase Inhibitor |
| Brand Reference |
Vaniqa (Almirall); Eflora (Sun Pharma India) |
| Indication |
Unwanted facial hair (hirsutism) in women — slows hair regrowth |
| Standard Dose |
Apply thin layer to affected facial areas twice daily, 8 hours apart. Leave on — do not wash off for 4 hours. Improvement in 8 weeks |
| Form |
Topical Cream |
| Route |
Topical |
| Prescription |
Yes |
| Evidence |
FDA-approved; RCT: eflornithine significantly reduced facial hair rate vs vehicle; laser/IPL combo enhances results |
How It Works
Inhibits ornithine decarboxylase reducing polyamine synthesis in hair follicles, slowing follicular division and hair regrowth.
People Also Ask
How long does Eflornithine take to work?
Eflornithine reduces facial hair growth rate within 8 weeks; optimal results at 24 weeks. It slows growth rather than removing hair — combine with laser for complete removal.
Is Eflornithine safe in pregnancy?
Eflornithine should not be used in pregnancy — discontinue when pregnancy is confirmed.
What are the side effects of Eflornithine?
Side effects vary by class: hormonal preparations may cause breast tenderness, mood changes, nausea, or headache. Clomifene causes hot flashes, mood swings, and blurred vision in some women; multiple pregnancy risk increases 8%. Eflornithine causes skin stinging or irritation in some users.
Does Eflornithine affect fertility?
Estrogen and progesterone are used to support fertility treatments and are not harmful to fertility.
Is Eflornithine available without prescription?
Prescription is required for all hormonal medications, eflornithine, and fertility treatments in most countries.
Storage
Store at 15–30°C away from sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
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