525 people have bought this recently
Botox Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Cervical Dystonia. Botox Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Botox Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Botox Injection are Blurred vision, Headache, Injection site pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Botox Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Botox Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Botox Injection is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Botox Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Botox Injection related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Botox Injection contraindications section.
Additionally, Botox Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Botox Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Botox Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Botox Injection is used -
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Botox Injection safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Botox Injection in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Botox Injection safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Botox Injection on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Botox Injection will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Botox Injection on the Kidneys?
Botox Injection has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Botox Injection on the Liver?
Botox Injection is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Botox Injection on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Botox Injection. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Botox Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Botox Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Botox Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Botox Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Botox Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Botox Injection can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Botox Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Botox Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Botox Injection
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Botox Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Botox Injection
Information about the interaction of Botox Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Botox Injection can cause inflammation ( swelling). It is a common side effect of this drug. The exact cause of inflammation is unknown. However, if you experience excessive inflammation after taking this then immediately contact your doctor without further delay.
No, Botox Injection does not cause headache. In fact, it is used to provide relief from headache associated with migraine.
Botox Injection works by blocking the nerve impulse to muscle and preventing the excessive contraction of the muscle where it is injected. In case, of migraine Botox Injection blocks the pain signal which indirectly inhibits the migraine attack.
Botox Injection may be used as an antidote for tetanus. But limited data supports that medicine can be used in the treatment of rigidity and muscle spasticity during tetanus.
Use, Botox Injection strictly as per doctor advice in the presence of health care provider.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 99
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Botox (onabotulinumtoxinA)
Download App
