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Elyn Cream 10 gm, Pack of 1 Cream
Written By Urvashi Bharti , MBBS
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
48 Hrs returnable
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Composition :

EFLORNITHINE-13.9%W/W

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Ajanta Pharma Ltd

Consume Type :

TOPICAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

MISCELLANEOUS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Ajanta House, Charkop, Kandivli West, Mumbai 400 067, India
Other Info - ELY0001

Author Details

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Written By

Urvashi Bharti

MBBS

Sunny S

Reviewed By

Sunny S

MBBS

Last Updated

Jul 8, 2025 | 9:36 AM IST

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FAQs

Elyn Cream contains Eflornithine that stops the activity of an enzyme called ornithine decarboxylase that involved in the production of hair on the face. It also used to treat sleeping sickness (a disease caused by a protozoan infection in Africa).

Yes, Elyn Cream may cause skin irritation, redness or peeling in some people. However, if the irritation persists or worsens, stop using Elyn Cream and consult a doctor.

Elyn Cream usually improves your skin condition in 4 to 8 weeks or longer of treatment. If you notice no improvement after a 5-6 month of treatment, please reach out to your doctor.

Elyn Cream is for topical (for skin) use only. Do not apply Elyn Cream on open wounds or on sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped or irritated skin, mucous membranes, lesions, or large areas of skin. If the medicine gets into your eyes, nose or mouth, rinse with cold water. This medicine is for use only on the face and chin. Do not apply to other areas of the body.

No, it is not advised to stop using Elyn Cream even after your symptoms are relieved. You should complete the full course of treatment. You might see improvement in your symptoms, but hair growth may return to pretreatment levels after you stop using eflornithine topical. Consult your doctor for further advice.

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Alcohol

Caution

Interaction of Elyn Cream with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Elyn Cream.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Elyn Cream is a pregnancy category C drug. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant. Elyn Cream is prescribed to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Elyn Cream is excreted in human milk. Therefore, Elyn Cream is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Elyn Cream usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Elyn Cream.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases or renal impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Elyn Cream.

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Children

Unsafe

Elyn Cream is not recommended for children below 12 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

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Reference

  1. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/eflornithine-topical.html
  2. https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.6398.pdf
  3. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2000/21145lbl.pdf

About Elyn Cream

Elyn Cream belongs to a class of drugs called hair growth retardant used to treat unwanted excess growth of facial hair (facial hirsutism) in women. It is also used to treat African sleeping sickness, a disease caused by protozoa. Facial hirsutism is a condition in women that results in develops excessive hair growth on the face. Unwanted facial hair in women can be a cosmetic problem and may produce emotional distress and mental trauma.

Elyn Cream contains Eflornithine is an ornithine decarboxylase (ODC) inhibitor that works by blocking a natural substance ornithine decarboxylase (an enzyme in the body involved in the production of hair) that stimulates hair growth and is located in the hair follicle (the sac where each hair grows). Elyn Cream is also used to treat African sleeping sickness (a disease caused by parasite infection).

Use Elyn Cream as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to use Elyn Cream for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Some people may experience acne, burning sensation, itching, scaling, skin dryness, mild tingling sensation or tenderness at the application site, bleeding, sore throat, and fever. Most of these side effects of Elyn Cream do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Elyn Cream or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a breastfeeding mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Elyn Cream. Elyn Cream is not recommended for use in children below 12 years.  Inform your doctor if you have acne, anemia, or other blood problems, hearing loss and kidney or liver problems before using Elyn Cream. Do not apply Elyn Cream on sunburned, cuts, grazes and broken skin. Besides this let your doctor know if you use any prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, including vitamins, before starting Elyn Cream.  

Uses of Elyn Cream

Facial hirsutism (unwanted facial hair in women), African sleeping sickness

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Medicinal Benefits

Elyn Cream contains Eflornithine used to slow the growth of unwanted hair on the face in women, usually around the lips or under the chin. It works by blocking a natural substance ornithine decarboxylase (an enzyme in the body involved in the production of hair) that stimulates hair growth and is located in the hair follicle (the sac where each hair grows). Elyn Cream slows hair growth and may also make the hair finer and lighter. It does not remove hair or cause the hair to fall out. Besides this, Elyn Cream also used to treat African sleeping sickness, a disease caused by protozoa (Trypanosoma brucei).

Directions for Use

Take the advised amount of Elyn Cream with clean and dry hands on the skin's affected areas. Gently massage the Elyn Cream into the skin with your fingers. Wash your hands before and after applying Elyn Cream. Do not put dressing or bandage on the affected areas. After applying the Elyn Cream you should wait 4 hours before washing the area where it was applied.

Side Effects of Elyn Cream

  • Acne
  • Itching
  • Skin redness
  • Hair loss
  • Burning sensation
  • Stinging sensation
  • Irritation
  • Fever
  • Sore throat
  • Unusual bleeding or bruising
  • Dizziness

Drug Warnings

Do not use Elyn Cream if you are allergic to Elyn Cream or inactive ingredients (such as methylparaben), which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. It is essential to let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or a breastfeeding mother before using Elyn Cream. Please inform your doctor if you are using any prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, including vitamins, before starting Elyn Cream. Do not apply Elyn Cream on the irritated and sunburned skin, cuts graze, and broken skin. Let your doctor know if you have had acne, liver, or kidney problems before using Elyn Cream. Before you apply cosmetics or sunscreen wait until Elyn Cream dries completely. Do not wash the treatment areas for at least 4 hours after using Elyn Cream. Before using Elyn Cream you should wait for 5 minutes after using your current method of hair removal. This medicine may take 4-6 weeks or longer before you see the full benefit. Do not stop applying Elyn Cream without informing your doctor. Stopping the use of this medicine will resume hair growth. If you do not see any improvement after using it for 4 months contact your doctor. Elyn Cream is not a depilatory (hair remover) cream, so you may need to continue with your hair removal methods like shaving or plucking.

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Habit Forming

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Special Advise

Consult your dermatologist if you do not notice any improvement after 4 months of treatment with Elyn Cream.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and sleep peacefully. 
  • A mixture of gram flour, turmeric, and curd marginally reduced hair growth. Apply this mixture on the face and rinse it after it dries.
  • Maintain a healthy weight. If you are overweight, your body may make fewer male hormones.
  • Wear protective clothing and use sunscreen while going out to protect your skin from sunburn.
  • Regular exercise can improve your mood and self-esteem though it doesn’t clear acne. Take a shower immediately after finishing exercise as sweat may irritate acne.
  • Remove the make-up completely before going to bed.
  • Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.

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