Elyn Cream
Product introduction
Elyn 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.
Elyn Cream is used to reduce the growth of excessive hair on face of adult women
Elyn Cream is used to reduce the growth of excessive hair on face of adult women
Uses of Elyn Cream
Benefits of Elyn Cream
In Facial hirsutism (Excessive hair growth on face)
Facial hirsutism is a condition in women that results in excessive growth of dark or coarse hair in a male-like pattern on the face. With hirsutism, extra hair growth often arises from excess male hormones (androgens), primarily testosterone. It blocks the activity of the enzyme that is responsible for excessive hair growth on the face and below the chin area in females. This improves your appearance and social life. By using Elyn Cream you will feel more confident. Keep using it as directed by your doctor.
Side effects of Elyn Cream
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Elyn
- Acne
- Itching
- Hair loss
- Stinging sensation
- Dry skin
- Rash
- Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
- Irritation
- Hair follicle inflammation
How to use Elyn Cream
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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Elyn Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Elyn Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Elyn Cream?
If you miss a dose of Elyn Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Elyn 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Alpha Amino Acid Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Ornithine decarboxylase inhibitors- Facial hirsutism
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Elyn Cream
Once A Day
62%
Twice A Day
36%
Alternate Day
2%
What are you using Elyn Cream for?
Others
100%
How much was the improvement?
Poor
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Elyn Cream?
Hair loss
50%
No Side Effec*
50%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Elyn Cream?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Elyn Cream on price
Not Expensive
33%
Expensive
33%
Average
33%
FAQs
Can Elyn Cream be applied in children or adolescents?
No, Elyn Cream is not recommended to be used in children and adolescents who are below 18 years of age. The safety and effectiveness of this medication has not been established in pediatric age group. Consult your doctor before starting the medication.
Does Elyn Cream cause hair loss on head?
Elyn Cream is used for the treatment of excessive facial hair in females. It should be carefully used and should not be applied on hair over other parts of the body like scalp. It is important to consult your doctor before using the medicine and follow the instructions carefully.
For how long do I need to take Elyn Cream?
The use of Elyn Cream will depend on the response of the patient to the medicine. It is to be applied twice daily with a gap of at least eight hours between the two applications. The effect of the medicine and improvement in the condition can be noticed within eight weeks of starting treatment. If no beneficial effects are noticed within four months of starting the medication, then inform your prescribing physician who will discontinue the medicine and suggest alternate treatment option.
How should Elyn Cream be applied on skin?
Elyn Cream cream should be applied as a thin layer on the clean and dry, affected areas of the face. The cream should be rubbed properly into the skin such that no residual cream should remain after rub-in. Hands should be washed properly before and after the application of the medicine. Avoid cleaning or washing the face for the next four hours after application of the medicine. Consult your doctor for exact instructions for its use.
I can feel mild stinging sensation while applying Elyn Cream. Is it a normal thing?
Usually, it does not cause any burning or stinging sensation while its application, but it can be there if it is applied to a damaged or broken skin. Elyn Cream should be applied on the intact skin only. Avoid contact of this medication with eyes or mucous membranes of nose or mouth. You should be cautious while applying this medicine if skin irritation or rashes develop, immediately contact the prescribing physician.
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Marketer details
Name: Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Address: Ajanta House, Charkop, Kandivli West, Mumbai 400 067, India
Country of origin: India
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