Eflornithine (Topical Route)

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Side Effects

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

More common
  • Acne
  • Stinging skin
Less common
  • Burning or bleeding skin
  • Chapped, red lips
  • Chronic acne
  • Hair bumps
  • Numbness
  • Rash
  • Reddening of skin
  • Swelling of lips
  • Tingling skin

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Precautions
DR600605 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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