Prices from £74.99
Review More Prices
Your privacy is important, Prescription Doctor are committed to keeping your details completely confidential.
This is why we also take steps to conceal your prescription products under two layers of packaging.
We have a commitment to delivering a discreet service and understand your need for privacy. We ship all orders via a trackable courier using discreet, plain packaging.
Once your order is dispatched you will receive a tracking number via sms and email.
We deliver medications between Monday and Saturday. You can upgrade to Saturday delivery on Friday.
You should receive a tracking number with your order which you can use this number to track your parcel online. This should give you a clear indication of where your parcel is. If you haven’t received your parcel in the time frame given by our couriers, contact your local depot to find out where it is. You can also contact our support team who will do this for you.
On checkout you will be asked to leave your mobile number so our courier can text you about the delivery. This is also useful if the courier has problems finding your address. We will not use your mobile number for anything else.
You can pay for your order using credit, debit card or via bank transfer.
If you don’t have a credit or debit card you can pay via bank transfer. We will give you a unique reference number at checkout along with details of how to make the transfer. Once the money has cleared in our account, we will process your order.
We are a completely secure site and take many measures to ensure your details are kept safe. We understand that you have a right to extreme privacy when purchasing sensitive health medications. All information that you provide to us is stored on our secure servers. Any payment transactions will be encrypted using SSL technology.
You can pay for your order using credit, debit card and bank transfer.
Card Payment: Please notify us that you wish to cancel your order. Your refund will show available In 1 - 3 days.
Bank Transfer: A member of our team will contact you requesting for your bank details. These details are only used to transfer the funds back into your account.
Vaniqa is a topical cream that is used to eliminate unwanted body hair.
Unlike other hair removal creams, like Veet or Nair, Vaniqa works deeper within the skin to slow down the growth of hair to make it more easy to manage.
"Vaniqa can effectively reduce the symptoms of Hirsutism - a condition that causes excessive hair growth in women. It doesn't get rid of the unwanted hair immediately, but instead it slows down the growth of hairs over time so the patient doesn't need to eliminate the unwanted hairs as often as they would." Mohamed Imran Lakhi, Superintendant Pharmacist.
The cause of hirsutism is usually due to an excess amount of androgens (male sex hormones) or a sensitivity to these hormones. However, this can be caused by other underlying health conditions, such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) or the menopause.
Vaniqa is only indicated to be used by women.
Hirsutism is a condition that causes excessive hair growth on areas of the body which are typically lacking or completely devoid of hair, such as the chin, chest, face or abdomen.
If the condition is caused by an underlying illness, the treatment would need to be targeted at the source of the problem.
There are a number of things you can do to remove and manage unwanted hair.
Shaving - Shaving is an appropriate and popular method of hair removal. It is a common myth that shaving hair causes hair to grow back faster and thicker. Shaving can result in stubble, which may be undesirable.
Waxing - Another popular option to remove hair would be waxing. While this may be suitable for hair on the legs, arms, abdomen and chest, it should be used with caution when waxing the face. Scarring can occur from waxing.
Depilatories - These are creams that, when applied to the affected area, dissolve the hair. Unlike shaving, this method does not cause stubble. Perform a patch test before using them.
Hair removal therapies, including electrolysis, laser hair removal and intense pulsed light therapy, can be performed by specialist clinicians. These can be both costly and time-consuming.
The active ingredient, eflornithine, inhibits an enzyme known as ornithine decarboxylase (ODC). This enzyme plays a key role in cell proliferation during the hair growth cycle. By limiting this enzyme, the hair growth cycle slows down. Hyperandrogenism (excessive production of male sex hormones in the female body) have been linked with increased activity of the ODC enzyme, resulting in virilisation (development of male sexual characteristics in females).
Vaniqa is not a depilatory cream and does not remove hair. It slows down the growth of hair to make it more manageable. The cream can be used in conjunction with other hair removal methods such as shaving or plucking.
It can take up to 8 weeks before you start to see results, during which you must continue using the cream. If you do not notice an improvement after 4 months, contact your doctor.
Vaniqa should be used twice daily, allowing 8 hours to elapse between doses.
Always follow the doctors' instructions.
Wait 5 minutes after using another hair removal method, such as shaving, before applying Vaniqa cream.
Do not wash the area of application for up to 4 hours.
If you apply too much Vaniqa, simply wipe away the excess with a tissue.
Avoid the cream coming into contact with your eyes, the inside of your nose or mouth. If you accidentally get Vaniqa in your eyes, nose or mouth, rinse the area with water.
If you accidentally swallow some Vaniqa cream, contact your doctor immediately.
Wait 5 minutes after applying Vaniqa before applying make-up, sunscreen or other skin products to the affected area.
All medicines carry the risk of side effects, though not everyone will experience them. It is important to be aware of the risks associated with your medication before taking it. If any of the following side effects concern you, speak to your doctor or a pharmacist.
Possible side effects may include:
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. For more information regarding the safety of this medicine, consult the patient information leaflet enclosed with your treatment.
If you experience any side effects, regardless of whether they are listed above or in the patient information leaflet, inform your doctor or speak to a pharmacist
Vaniqa should not be used if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Please use alternative forms of hair removal if you are or planning to become pregnant. If you become pregnant while using Vaniqa, stop taking the treatment and speak to your doctor as soon as possible.
Always read the enclosed patient information leaflet before you start using Vaniqa.
Do not use Vaniqa passed the expiry date printed on the packaging.
Never throw away medicine via household or water waste. Take any unwanted or expired medicine to your pharmacy and ask them to dispose of it safely on your behalf.
Hirsutism is the growth of hair (typically in women) that follows a male pattern. This means an increase of hair is seen on certain areas of the body, such as on the face or chest of a female.
Hypertrichosis is the growth of general hair. Unlike hirsutism, it is noticeable in both sexes and causes an increase of hair on all parts of the body.
Many women experience having facial hair, and it is usually nothing to worry about. Hair removal is usually undertaken for vanity and to conform to the expected norm of society.
However, excessive hair growth on the face can be caused by an underlying health condition. If you are concerned, we encourage you to speak to your GP about your condition and possible treatment.
Vaniqa is not a replacement for shaving or waxing, but can reduce the rate of unwanted hair growth.
In studies, results of treatment using Vaniqa were noticeable after 8 weeks (2 months).
If you stop using Vaniqa, you can expect your hair growth to return to the rate before treatment. This can happen as soon as 8 weeks after stopping treatment.
To order Vaniqa today, simply complete our online questionnaire by clicking the green button at the top of the page.
Are qualified doctors are on hand to answer any questions you may have about your condition or treatment.
Our UK GPhC registered pharmacy will dispense your medication in discreet packaging for next day delivery.
Table of contents
What Is Vaniqa 11.5% Cream Used For?
© 2013 - 2023 Al Muhsineen Limited. All Rights Reserved. Registered Pharmacy: 34 Halliwell Road, Bolton BL1 8RL. Registered Office: 254 First Floor, Shearbrow, Blackburn, England, BB1 8DS
Impressum: Mr Mohamed Imran Lakhi