QUESTIONS ABOUT WINLEVI

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WINLEVI Basics

  • WINLEVI is a topical treatment for acne for people aged 12 and over.
    WINLEVI is a prescription medicine so you’ll need to talk to your doctor to find out if it is right for you.

  • WINLEVI is available on prescription from your doctor or specialist.

  • WINLEVI is not funded, so there will be a medicine charge. The RRP starts from around $90, although prices can vary between pharmacies. Your pharmacy can advise you on the exact cost.

  • WINLEVI works on the skin to help reduce the effects of acne-related hormones (called androgens). These hormones can influence how much oil (sebum) your skin produces. Too much sebum can clog pores and contribute to acne.

    Learn more about WINLEVI here

  • WINLEVI can be prescribed to people aged 12 and older with acne. Your doctor or specialist will advise if it is appropriate for your skin.

  • Sebum is the natural oil your skin produces. It helps protect and hydrate the skin. However, too much sebum can contribute to blocked pores and acne.

    Learn more about the role sebum plays in causing acne breakouts

  • Sebum is made by oil glands in the skin. These glands respond to hormones called androgens, which can increase sebum production - especially during puberty, the teenage years, and other times of hormonal change.

  • WINLEVI is a topical acne treatment that works by targeting sebum (oil) production in the skin to control future breakouts. It does this by acting on acne hormones in the skin. Acne hormones control the amount of sebum produced in your skin - too much sebum leads to acne. Talk to your doctor to see if WINLEVI is right for you.

  • In clinical studies, WINLEVI was shown to support skin hydration in people with acne-prone skin, with improvements in measured moisturisation seen after 2 weeks.

  • No, WINLEVI maintains the skin barrier, as seen in a recent clinical study - measurements taken after 2 weeks showed the skin barrier remained intact.

Formulation

  • The active ingredient in WINLEVI is clascoterone, an androgen receptor inhibitor. Inhibiting acne hormones (androgens) in the skin helps control sebum production and inflammation that leads to acne.

    Learn more about how WINLEVI targets sebum production for more control over future breakouts.


    Talk to your doctor to see if WINLEVI is right for you.

  • No, WINLEVI is not a steroid. It is a topical androgen receptor inhibitor, which means that it acts on acne hormones in the skin to control sebum (oil) production.

Application

  • Apply a thin layer to the affected areas twice daily, or as directed by your doctor. A fingertip-sized amount is usually enough for the face. Always follow the directions given by your doctor or pharmacist.

  • WINLEVI is not a spot treatment. Apply it to the entire area affected by acne, for example the face, chest, shoulders, or back. Avoid applying WINLEVI to broken, irritated, or sunburned skin, or near the eyes, mouth, or mucous membranes.

  • Always check with your doctor or specialist before combining treatments - they can recommend what’s best for your skin.

  • WINLEVI is usually applied twice daily. Always follow the directions given by your doctor or pharmacist.

  • Clinical studies have shown that after 12 weeks of use, WINLEVI produced a significant reduction in pimples, whiteheads and blackheads, and some patients achieved clear or almost clear skin.

  • Yes. All types of acne share an underlying cause - excess sebum (oil) production. WINLEVI controls future breakouts by targeting sebum production in the skin.

    Learn about reduced pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads with WINLEVI.

  • Continue using WINLEVI as directed, even once your skin starts improving. Always follow your doctor or pharmacist’s advice.

Side Effects

  • The most common side effects of WINLEVI cream include reddening, scaling or dryness, and itching of the skin being treated. These are not all of the possible side effects of WINLEVI cream. Talk to your doctor or specialist if you have any concerns.