Eflornithine
Indication
Facial hirsutism
Black
Brand:
Vaniqa ®
Nice TA:
Commissioning responsibility:
CCG
PbR excluded:
No
BNF chapter:
Skin
Background
Eflornithine cream is not recommended for use across the Lancashire NHS health economy for the treatment of facial hirsutism. There is limited evidence of efficacy and significant improvement in quality of life. Other cosmetic treatments exist for the management of this condition.
Recommendation
LSCMMG Recommendation:
Black
Reason for decision:
Not recommended for prescribing on the NHS in Lancashire & South Cumbria
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