Efnithin 13.9% Cream

Short Description

Efnithin 13.9% Cream is a medicine used for the treatment of excessive facial hair growth (facial hirsutism). It slows down the growth of unwanted hair around the lips or under the chin.

Dosage Form

Cream

Introduction

Efnithin 13.9% Cream is for external use only. Apply the cream on freshly cleaned and dried skin or as directed by the doctor. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. Common side effects include acne, itching, skin redness, hair loss, burning discomfort, stinging sensation, dry skin, rash, irritation, and hair follicle inflammation. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention. Do not discontinue the treatment without consulting your physician as the hair growth may resume after stopping the treatment. Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying unless hands are the affected area.

Efnithin 13.9% Cream stops the activity of a chemical involved in the production of hair on the face.

Efnithin 13.9% Cream should be applied twice a day over the affected area. Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well. Maintain a gap of at least 8 hours between each application and avoid face washing for a period of 4 hours after application. Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth, or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas. Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 4 months of treatment. Do not stop using the medicine without talking to your doctor as it can resume hair growth.