VANIQA

This medication is for external use only. Do not take by mouth. Follow the direction on the prescription label. Wash your hands before and after use. Apply a thin film of cream to the affected areas of the face and chin twice a day (at least 8 hours apart), or as often as directed by your care team. Rub the cream in thoroughly. Do not wash the treatment area for at least 4 hours after application of the cream. Wait a few minutes after applying this cream before you apply cosmetics or sunscreens. This cream does not permanently remove unwanted facial hair. Continue to use your normal method for hair removal until desired results have been achieved. Do not use your medication more often than directed.
Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. Special care may be needed. While it may be prescribed for children as young as 12 years for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

Improvement of the condition occurs gradually. It may take 4 to 8 weeks. If there is no improvement after 6 months, talk to your care team about stopping this medication. About 8 weeks after stopping treatment with this medication, the hair will return to the same condition as before treatment.

If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, use only that dose. Do not use double or extra doses.

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees C (59 and 86 degrees F). Do not freeze. Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.