Botox 200 IU Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Botox 200 IU Injection Information

Botox 200 IU Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Cervical Dystonia. Secondary and off-label uses of Botox 200 IU Injection have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Botox 200 IU Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Botox 200 IU Injection include Blurred vision, Headache, Injection site pain. Some other side effects of Botox 200 IU Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Botox 200 IU Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Botox 200 IU Injection's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Botox 200 IU Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Botox 200 IU Injection related warnings section.

The section on Botox 200 IU Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Botox 200 IU Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Botox 200 IU Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Botox Injection Benefits & Uses
Botox Injection Dosage & How to Take
Botox Injection Side Effects
Botox Injection Related Warnings
Botox Injection Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Botox Injection
Botox Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Botox 200 IU Injection Benefits & Uses

Botox 200 IU Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Muscle Spasms

Botox 200 IU Injection Dosage & How to Take

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

Botox 200 IU Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Botox 200 IU Injection safe for pregnant women?

It is not known what effect Botox Injection will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.

Unknown
Is the use of Botox 200 IU Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Botox Injection for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Botox 200 IU Injection on the Kidneys?

Botox Injection may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Botox 200 IU Injection on the Liver?

Botox Injection does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Botox 200 IU Injection on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Botox Injection. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Botox 200 IU Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Botox 200 IU Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Hyperthyroidism
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Botox 200 IU Injection

Is this Botox 200 IU Injection habit forming or addictive?

Botox 200 IU Injection does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Botox 200 IU Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Botox 200 IU Injection can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Botox 200 IU Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Botox 200 IU Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Botox 200 IU Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Botox 200 IU Injection

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Botox 200 IU Injection together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Botox 200 IU Injection

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Botox 200 IU Injection.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Botox 200 IU Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Does Botox Injection cause inflammation (swelling)?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Botox Injection cause headache?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Botox Injection does not cause headache. In fact, it is used to provide relief from headache associated with migraine.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Botox Injection work?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Botox Injection be used as antidote for tetanus?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Botox Injection?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Use, Botox Injection strictly as per doctor advice in the presence of health care provider.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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)

Botox 200 IU Injection

Botox 200 IU Injection

Botox 200 IU Injection Information

Botox 200 IU Injection Benefits & Uses

Botox 200 IU Injection Dosage & How to Take

Botox 200 IU Injection Related Warnings

Botox 200 IU Injection Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Botox 200 IU Injection

Botox 200 IU Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about Botox 200 IU Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Does Botox Injection cause inflammation (swelling)?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Question over 5 years ago

Does Botox Injection cause headache?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Question over 5 years ago

How does Botox Injection work?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Question over 5 years ago

Can Botox Injection be used as antidote for tetanus?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Botox Injection?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

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