Wonica 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Wonica Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Medicine Overview of Wonica Cream 30mg Cream
Introduction
Wonica Cream is a medicine used for treatment of excessive facial hair growth (facial hirsutism). It slows down the growth of unwanted hair around the lips or under the chin.
Wonica Cream is for external use only. Apply the cream on freshly cleaned ... Show more
Uses of Wonica Cream
Facial hirsutism (Excessive hair growth on face)
Side effects of Wonica Cream
Common
Acne
Itching
Hair loss
Stinging sensation
Dry skin
Rash
Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
Irritation
Hair follicle inflammation
How to use Wonica 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 af ... Show more
How Wonica Cream works
Wonica Cream stops the activity of a chemical involved in the production of hair on the face.
What if you forget to take Wonica Cream?
If you miss a dose of Wonica Cream, take 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.
Quick Tips
Do not apply eflornithine cream within 5 minutes of using any hair removal technique such as waxing or shaving or on broken or inflamed skin ... Show more
Do not wash the affected area within 4 hours of application of the cream.
Do not apply make-up or sunscreen on the affected area for at least 5 minutes after application of eflornithine cream.
Apply the cream on freshly cleaned and dried skin as directed by the physician. Keep an interval of 8 hours between each application of crea ... Show more
Avoid contact of the cream with the eyes or nose or any other part of the body other than the intended area.
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any discomfort e.g. irritation with use of the eflornithine cream
Do not discontinue the treatment without consulting your physician as the hair growth may resume after stopping the treatment.
Donot take if allergic to eflornithine or to any ingredient in the medicine.
Do not consume if Pregnant or breastfeeding women or women below 18 years of age.
Brief Description
Indication
Reduction of Facial Hair in Women
Adult Dose
Topical
Reduction of Facial Hair in Women
Apply to affected area twice daily at least 8 hours apart
Child Dose
Topical
Reduction of Facial Hair in Women
>12 years: Apply to affected area twice daily at least 8 hours apart
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity
Mode of Action
May inhibit ornithine decarboxylase (ODC), an enzyme that catalyzes biosynthesis of intracellular polyamines required for cell division & differentiat ... Show more
Precaution
Discontinue if sensitivity occurs
Lactation: Not known whether distributed into breast milk; use caution
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