Question 1

i don't want to shave my face.  has anyone tried vaniqa cream with any success?

Accepted Answer

Somewhat: Vaniqa is an anti androgen therapy.  It is not as effective as systemic drugs.  Flutamide or Eulexin (flutamide) is the most effective treatment we have found.  Even so, it doesn't remove or necessarily treat hair that has completely transformed to terminal hair.  These hairs are like eyebrow hair and may or may not respond.

Question 2

hair on face keeps getting worse is light blonde but need help now before gets worse dermatologist gave vaniqa made worse please help?

Accepted Answer

Hormone levels: Have your hormone levels been checked by your dermatologist or an endocrinologist. If they are normal options for hair removal since it is blonde in clude threadingor waxing.

Question 3

how does vaniqa work to get rid of hair?

Accepted Answer

Prevention: Vaniqa does not get rid of hair, it prevents hair from growing back once you have shaved or plucked it, or had it lased. You must continue to use it twice a day; when you stop, the hair will grow back.

Question 4

is vaniqa cream effective for unwanted facial hair?

Accepted Answer

Somewhat: Vaniqa is an anti androgen therapy.  It is not as effective as systemic drugs.  Flutamide or Eulexin (flutamide) is the most effective treatment we have found.  Even so, it doesn't remove or necessarily treat hair that has completely transformed to terminal hair.  These hairs are like eyebrow hair and may or may not respond.

Question 5

does vaniqa help with acne breakouts due to hormonal hair growth?

Accepted Answer

No it does not: Vaniqa does not help with acne breakouts due to hormonal hair growth.

Question 6

why dose my.vaniga wet and i do not do any thing?

Accepted Answer

Hormones: It is normal for your vagina to have different types of discharge throughout the menstrual cycle. Follow up with gyn for gyn  exam.

Question 7

is there  a prescription creme like a diplatory cream to remove unwanted facial hair to use with vaniqua as i am breaking out from many i have tried?

Accepted Answer

Probaly Not: Would suggest bleach or if you can afford it  electrolysis.
You might want to consult a endocrinologist first to see if there might be a hormonal cause which could be treated with medication.

Question 8

i need a refill on my medication?

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So call your doc: This is the HT public information site.We are thousands of volunteer docs based primarily in the US who answer medical questions.We do not offer treatments. State medical boards require a physician/patient relationship,a retrievable record,recent exam with vital signs for prescribing.Failure to do so can lead to loss or restriction of license. It may seem minor to you but it is not.

Question 9

i need refills on my medications?

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Not here: For that you will likely need the prime service of healthtap. Easier to call your pop imo

Question 10

should i be on medication for a gfr of 38?

Accepted Answer

Nephrologist: You ought consult a kidney specialist to ascertain the cause and adjust your diet. Other treatment, if any, would depend on the cause of your kidney disorder.

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I don't want to shave my face. has anyone tried vaniqa cream with any success?

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Hair on face keeps getting worse is light blonde but need help now before gets worse dermatologist gave vaniqa made worse please help?

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How does vaniqa work to get rid of hair?

A member asked:

Is vaniqa cream effective for unwanted facial hair?

A member asked:

Does vaniqa help with acne breakouts due to hormonal hair growth?

A member asked:

Why dose my.vaniga wet and i do not do any thing?

A member asked:

Is there a prescription creme like a diplatory cream to remove unwanted facial hair to use with vaniqua as i am breaking out from many i have tried?

A member asked:

I need a refill on my medication?

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I need refills on my medications?

A member asked:

Should i be on medication for a gfr of 38?

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