Lissoflora Cream is used to treat unwanted excess growth of facial hair in women. It is also used to treat African Sleeping Sickness, which is caused by protozoa. In facial hirsutism, a condition in women that results in excessive hair growth on the face. Unwanted facial hair in women can be a cosmetic problem and may produce emotional distress and mental trauma.
Lissoflora Cream contain Eflornithine 13.9%, which is an ornithine decarboxylase inhibitor that works by blocking a natural substance, an enzyme in the body involved in the production of hair that stimulates hair growth and is located in the hair follicle where each hair grows.
Make sure to use Lissoflora Cream under your healthcare provider because your doctor will prescribe it based on your medical condition.
Uses of Lissoflora Cream
- It is used to treat unwanted facial hair in women
- Helps to treat African sleeping sickness
- Used to slow the growth around the lips or under the chin.
- It slows hair growth and also makes the hair finer and lighter
How to use Lissoflora Cream
Always follow your healthcare instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety. Use a small amount of Lissoflora Cream on the fingertips and apply a thin layer on the affected area as advised by your doctor.
Side effects of Lissoflora Cream
- Pimples
- Razor Bumps
- Stinging skin
- Burning skin
- Dry skin
- Itching
- Redness of the skin
- Hair loss
- Fever
- Unusual bleeding or bruising
Storage
Keep in cool temperature and make sure to keep it away from sunlight
How does Lissoflora Cream work?
This cream contains Eflornithine which is an ornithine decarboxylase inhibitor that works by blocking a natural substance, an enzyme in the body involved in the production of hair that stimulates hair growth and is located in the hair follicle.
Interactions
Interaction with Drug
No interaction found
Interaction with Food and Beverages
Limit intake of Alcohol and Caffeine
Interaction with Disease
Let your healthcare provider know if you have acne on your face, a blood disorder, a hearing disorder, or liver or kidney disease.
For Pregnant Women
This is a Category C drug, so make sure to consult with your healthcare professional before using this medicine.
For Breastfeeding Women
It is unknown whether Eflornithine can be used excreted in human milk or not so make sure to consult with your healthcare provider.
Lifestyle:
- Eat a healthy diet, stay hydrated, exercise regularly and take rest.
- Maintain a healthy weight if you are overweight.
- Use sunscreen while going outside to protect your skin from sunburn, so wear protective clothing
- Remove make-up before going to bed
- After exercise, take a shower immediately because sweat may irritate acne.
Habit Forming
No
FAQs
Does Lissoflora Cream cause skin irritation?
Sometimes yes, it may cause skin irritation, redness or peeling, but if the irritation persists or worsen stop using Lissoflora Cream and consult your healthcare provider immediately.
In how many days can Lissoflora Cream be used?
Usually it improves your skin condition in 4 to 8 weeks, but if you do not improve after 6 months, consult with your healthcare provider, who will offer an alternate of this medicine.
Can I stop using Lissoflora Cream if my symptoms are relieved?
It is not advised to stop using Lissoflora Cream on your own, even if your symptoms are relieved. Make sure to complete the full course of treatment; if stopped earlier, it may return to pretreatment levels, so follow your healthcare instructions.
While applying Lissoflora Cream, I can feel a mild stinging sensation. Is it a normal thing?
It is normal to have a mild stinging sensation, so it is advised to consult with your healthcare provider if the stinging sensation worsens.
