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INDICATIONS

VANIQA (eflornithine hydrochloride) Cream, 13.9% is indicated for the reduction of unwanted facial hair in women.

VANIQA has only been studied on the face and adjacent involved areas under the chin of affected individuals. Usage should be limited to these areas of involvement.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

Apply a thin layer of VANIQA (eflornithine hydrochloride) Cream, 13.9% to affected areas of the face and adjacent involved areas under the chin and rub in thoroughly. Do not wash treated area for at least 4 hours. Use twice daily at least 8 hours apart or as directed by a physician. The patient should continue to use hair removal techniques as needed in conjunction with VANIQA. (VANIQA should be applied at least 5 minutes after hair removal.) Cosmetics or sunscreens may be applied over treated areas after cream has dried.

HOW SUPPLIED

VANIQA (eflornithine hydrochloride) Cream, 13.9% is available as:

30 gram tube NDC 67402-040-30
2-30 gram tubes NDC 67402-040-32

Storage

Store at 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15°C-30°C (59°F-86°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature] Do not freeze. See tube crimp and carton end for expiration date and lot number.

Distributed By: SkinMedica, Inc. Carlsbad, CA 92010. www.skinmedica.com. Revised 09/2006. FDA Rev date: 9/5/2001

Brand Name: Vaniqa
Generic Name: Eflornithine

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