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Product introduction

Hinder Cream is a medicine used for the treatment of excessive facial hair growth (facial hirsutism). It slows down the growth of unwanted hair around the lips or under the chin.

Hinder Cream is used to reduce the growth of excessive hair on face of adult women

Uses of Hinder Cream

Benefits of Hinder Cream

In Facial hirsutism (Excessive hair growth on face)

Facial hirsutism is a condition in women that results in excessive growth of dark or coarse hair in a male-like pattern on the face. With hirsutism, extra hair growth often arises from excess male hormones (androgens), primarily testosterone. It blocks the activity of the enzyme that is responsible for excessive hair growth on the face and below the chin area in females. This improves your appearance and social life. By using Hinder Cream you will feel more confident. Keep using it as directed by your doctor.

Side effects of Hinder Cream

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Hinder

  • Acne
  • Itching
  • Hair loss
  • Stinging sensation
  • Dry skin
  • Rash
  • Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
  • Irritation
  • Hair follicle inflammation

How to use Hinder Cream

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Safety advice

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Hinder Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Hinder Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Hinder Cream?

If you miss a dose of Hinder Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

  • Hinder Cream should be applied twice a day over the affected area. 
  • Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well. 
  • Maintain a gap of at least 8 hours between each application and avoid face washing for a period of 4 hours after application.
  • Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
  • Consult your doctor if your skin condition has not improved after 4 months of treatment.
  • Do not stop using the medicine without talking to your doctor as it can resume hair growth.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Alpha Amino Acid Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Ornithine decarboxylase inhibitors- Facial hirsutism

Patient concerns

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I m pregnant women n having 32 week pregnancy.I am suffer from low levek of amniotic level.Therefore I suffer from low baby movement well as it can cause problems ahead. I take arg9 from last 2 month . Please help me.
Dr. Suman Rao
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Take plenty of fluids. Low amniotic fluid can hinder the baby's growth.
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Facial hair growth since long.
Dr. Ankur Kumar Tanwar
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FAQs

Can Hinder Cream be applied in children or adolescents?

No, Hinder Cream is not recommended to be used in children and adolescents who are below 18 years of age. The safety and effectiveness of this medication has not been established in pediatric age group. Consult your doctor before starting the medication.

Does Hinder Cream cause hair loss on head?

Hinder Cream is used for the treatment of excessive facial hair in females. It should be carefully used and should not be applied on hair over other parts of the body like scalp. It is important to consult your doctor before using the medicine and follow the instructions carefully.

For how long do I need to take Hinder Cream?

The use of Hinder Cream will depend on the response of the patient to the medicine. It is to be applied twice daily with a gap of at least eight hours between the two applications. The effect of the medicine and improvement in the condition can be noticed within eight weeks of starting treatment. If no beneficial effects are noticed within four months of starting the medication, then inform your prescribing physician who will discontinue the medicine and suggest alternate treatment option.

How should Hinder Cream be applied on skin?

Hinder Cream cream should be applied as a thin layer on the clean and dry, affected areas of the face. The cream should be rubbed properly into the skin such that no residual cream should remain after rub-in. Hands should be washed properly before and after the application of the medicine. Avoid cleaning or washing the face for the next four hours after application of the medicine. Consult your doctor for exact instructions for its use.

I can feel mild stinging sensation while applying Hinder Cream. Is it a normal thing?

Usually, it does not cause any burning or stinging sensation while its application, but it can be there if it is applied to a damaged or broken skin. Hinder Cream should be applied on the intact skin only. Avoid contact of this medication with eyes or mucous membranes of nose or mouth. You should be cautious while applying this medicine if skin irritation or rashes develop, immediately contact the prescribing physician.
Related lab tests
  • Follicle Stimulating Hormone
  • Luteinising Hormone
  • Thyroid Stimulating Hormone

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