Elyn Cream 15gm
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Eflornithine 139 mg
Manufacturer
Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT ELYN CREAMELYN CREAM contains Eflornithine, which belongs to the group of medicines called Ornithine decarboxylase inhibitors. It is used in the management of facial hirsutism in women. Facial Hirsutism is a condition with unwanted excessive hair growth on the chin, mouth and other parts of the face in women which is distributed in a manner like that of a man as a result of hormonal imbalance (due to an increase in androgen hormone level), Polycystic ovary syndrome, tumor in the adrenal gland or ovary, Cushing’s syndrome etc. Before applying ELYN CREAM, inform your doctor if you have or ever had a kidney, or liver problems such as renal or hepatic impairment. ELYN CREAM is not recommended for use if you are allergic to eflornithine. ELYN CREAM should be used with caution by pregnant and breastfeeding women. ELYN CREAM should be used with caution in children and adolescents (below 18 years). Consult your doctor before applying ELYN CREAM. The most common
Uses
OF ELYN CREAM Manage facial hirsutism in women to slow the growth of unwanted facial hair in the affected women
How It Works
ELYN CREAM works by blocking a certain natural substance (an enzyme) that is needed for hair growth in the skin which results in slowing the hair growth and making the hair grow finer and lighter thereby hair growth in the affected part of the women especially face.
Directions for Use
Always apply ELYN CREAM as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply a thin layer of this medicine to the affected area. Managed areas on the face should not be washed for at least 4 hours after application. It should remain applied to the face for 5 minutes after hair removal. Do not cover the applied area with a plaster or bandage. Avoid applying this medicine around your eyes.
Side Effects
using ELYN CREAM are pimples, razor bumps, burning, stinging, or tingling sensations in the skin, itching, dry skin, hair loss, skin redness, irritation, inflammation, and skin rash. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen. USES OF ELYN CREAM Manage facial hirsutism in women to slow the growth of unwanted facial hair in the affected women HOW ELYN CREAM WORKSELYN CREAM works by blocking a certain natural substance (an enzyme) that is needed for hair growth in the skin which results in slowing the hair growth and making the hair grow finer and lighter thereby hair growth in the affected part of the women especially face. DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways apply ELYN CREAM as directed by your physician. It is for external use only. Apply a thin layer of this medicine to the affected area. Managed areas on the face should not be washed for at least 4 hours after application. It should remain applied to the face for 5 minutes after hair removal. Do not cover the applied area with a plaster or bandage. Avoid applying this medicine around your eyes. SIDE EFFECTS OF ELYN CREAMCOMMON pimples razor bumps burning, stinging, and tingling sensation on the skin itching dry skin hair loss skin redness, irritation, and inflammation skin rash headache indigestion dizziness folliculitis (inflammation of hair follicle) ingrown hair facial swelling anorexia (eating disorder) nausea weakness internal or external spinning sensation UNCOMMON bleeding skin inflammation of the lips red, itchy skin rash swelling of face, mouth, and lips signs of herpes simplex such as sores, blisters, and itching at the affected site numbness and rosacea (pus-filled bumps on face) RAREStop taking ELYN CREAM and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: signs of allergic skin reactions (hypersensitivity) such as red itchy spots on the skin, and rash
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYELYN CREAM should be used with caution in pregnant women only if it is necessary. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGELYN CREAM should be used with caution only if it is necessary. Consult your doctor before taking it. KIDNEYELYN CREAM should be used with caution in patients with renal impairment. Consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERELYN CREAM should be used with caution in patients with hepatic impairment. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take ELYN CREAM if you are allergic to eflornithine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSUse in pediatrics: ELYN CREAM should be used with caution in children and adolescents (below 18 years) as safety and effectiveness are unknown. Consult your doctor before taking it. Use in geriatrics: ELYN CREAM should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking ELYN CREAM, inform your doctor if you are taking any prescription, non-prescription or any other herbal medicines. Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of ELYN CREAM or swallowed this medicine, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Eflornithine Pharmacological Category : Ornithine decarboxylase inhibitors Therapeutic Indication : Facial hirsutism, Adjunct to any hair removal technique (With limited use in the neck of the affected women) Dosage Forms : Cream MORE INFORMATION Keep ELYN CREAM out of reach from children Store at a temperature, not more than 25°C
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DETAILS Written By Dr. Dhivakaran R
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Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle
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Last Updated
06 Dec 2022