Botulinum toxin is a protein and neurotoxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. Three forms of botulinum toxin type A (Botox, Dysport and Xeomin) are commercially available for various medical and cosmetic procedures.
FAQ
1Who can receive botulinum toxin injections? (BOTOX)
To receive botulinum toxin injections, you must be healthy and be at least 18 years old. Some people should not receive botulinum toxin injections; for example, who:
• Have neuromuscular diseases, such as multiple sclerosis or myasthenia gravis.
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Have weakness in certain facial muscles.
• Have skin problems near the injection area.
2What are some side effects of botulinum toxin injections
Although botulinum toxin injections can help, they often cause side effects or other health problems. The most frequent side effects include:
• Headache
• Irritation, tearing or redness of the eyes
• Redness or bruising in the injection area.
3After treatment
The patient cannot go to bed until after 4 hours and during the first 24 hours he cannot exercise, take UVA rays, sauna baths or perform facial massages
The definitive results can be seen 4 days later and the effects last between 5 and 6 months, disappearing progressively.