Botox Injection

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.