Efnithin
Efnithin Products are primarily used for
About Efnithin Products
Efnithin Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Efnithin are Acne, Itching, Erythema (skin redness), Hair loss, Burning sensation, Stinging sensation, Dry skin, Rash, Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation), Irritation, Hair follicle inflammation.
How Efnithin Products work
Eflornithine stops the activity of a chemical involved in the production of hair on the face.
Patient Concerns about Efnithin Products
Frequently asked questions about Efnithin Products
Frequently asked questions about Eflornithine
Q. Can Efnithin 13.9% Cream be applied in children or adolescents?
No, Efnithin 13.9% 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.
Q. Does Efnithin 13.9% Cream cause hair loss on head?
Efnithin 13.9% 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.
Q. For how long do I need to take Efnithin 13.9% Cream?
The use of Efnithin 13.9% 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.
Q. How should Efnithin 13.9% Cream be applied on skin?
Efnithin 13.9% 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.
Q. I can feel mild stinging sensation while applying Efnithin 13.9% 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. Efnithin 13.9% 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.