Eflornithine Hcl Topical - Eflornithine - Topical Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Eflornithine Hcl Topical
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Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
• Symptoms following ingestion may include hair loss, facial swelling, seizures, hearing loss, upset stomach, loss of appetite, headache, weakness, and dizziness.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss or forget a dose, do not make it up.
• Instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Read Before Using Eflornithine Hcl Topical (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, including.

Drug Interactions

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of.

Possible Side Effects

• Rash, burning, stinging, tingling, or redness of the skin, or "hair bumps" (folliculitis) may occur.
• If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
• Tell your doctor immediately if you develop any of these serious side effects.

Eflornithine Hcl Topical Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to slow down the growth of unwanted facial hair in women.
• It interferes with an enzyme needed in the skin for hair growth but does not remove hair.
• This drug is not for use in children under the age of 12 years.

Eflornithine Hcl Topical Storage Instructions

• Store at controlled room temperature (77 degrees F or 25 degrees C).
• Brief storage between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) is permitted.
• Do not freeze.

Usage Instructions

• Apply a thin layer of this medication, at least 5 minutes after hair removal (for example, plucking, shaving), to the affected areas of the face and chin.
• It is usually applied twice daily at least 8 hours apart, or as directed by your doctor.
• Do not wash the treated area for at least 4 hours.
• Cosmetics or sunscreens may be applied over the treated areas after the medication has dried.
• Continue to use hair removal techniques (for example, shaving, plucking) while using this medication.
• Avoid getting this drug in your eyes or inside your nose or mouth.
• If this drug gets in your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water and contact your doctor.