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Botox 50 IU Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Cervical Dystonia. Botox 50 IU Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Botox 50 IU Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Botox 50 IU Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Blurred vision, Headache, Injection site pain. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Botox 50 IU Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Botox 50 IU Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Botox 50 IU Injection is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Botox 50 IU Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Botox 50 IU Injection related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Botox 50 IU Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Botox 50 IU Injection with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Botox 50 IU Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Botox 50 IU Injection is used to treat the following -
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.
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Is the use of Botox 50 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.
Is the use of Botox 50 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.
What is the effect of Botox 50 IU Injection on the Kidneys?
Botox Injection may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Botox 50 IU Injection on the Liver?
Botox Injection does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Botox 50 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.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Botox 50 IU Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Botox 50 IU Injection habit forming or addictive?
Botox 50 IU Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Botox 50 IU Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Botox 50 IU Injection can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Botox 50 IU Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Botox 50 IU Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Botox 50 IU Injection
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Botox 50 IU Injection together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Botox 50 IU Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Botox 50 IU Injection.
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)