Botulinum Toxin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Botulinum Toxin Benefits & Uses

Botulinum Toxin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Muscle Spasms

Botulinum Toxin 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
Adult	Disease: Cervical Dystonia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Cervical Dystonia Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 ml Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Cross-Eyes Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 iu Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: for vertical muscles, and for horizontal strabismus of less than 20 prism diopters

Botulinum Toxin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Botulinum Toxin is used -

Common

Blurred vision
Headache
Injection site pain
Dyspepsia
Nausea or vomiting
Cough
Rhinitis
Chest Pain
Peripheral Edema
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Unknown

Neck and Throat Pain
Drooping eyelid
Diarrhoea
Double Vision
Difficulty swallowing
Shortness of Breath
Eyelid Swelling
Fatigue
Weakness
Limb Pain
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Botulinum Toxin Related Warnings

Is the use of Botulinum Toxin safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Botulinum Toxin for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Botulinum Toxin safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Botulinum Toxin on the Kidneys?

Botulinum Toxin rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Botulinum Toxin on the Liver?

Using Botulinum Toxin does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Botulinum Toxin on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Botulinum Toxin. 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.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Botulinum Toxin with Other Drugs

Botulinum Toxin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amikacin

Moderate

Atropine

Oxybutynin

Carisoprodol

Baclofen

Benztropine

Benztropine Tablet

Botulinum Toxin Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Botulinum Toxin unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Hyperthyroidism
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Botulinum Toxin

Is this Botulinum Toxin habit forming or addictive?

Botulinum Toxin does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Botulinum Toxin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Botulinum Toxin only on doctor's advice.

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

Botulinum Toxin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Botulinum Toxin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Botulinum Toxin

There is no information on the effects of taking Botulinum Toxin with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Botulinum Toxin

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Botulinum Toxin with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Botulinum Toxin

Question over 5 years ago

Does Botulinum Toxin cause inflammation (swelling)?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Botulinum Toxin 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 almost 6 years ago

How does Botulinum Toxin work?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Botulinum Toxin works by blocking the nerve impulse to muscle and preventing the excessive contraction of the muscle where it is injected. In case, of migraine Botulinum Toxin blocks the pain signal which indirectly inhibits the migraine attack.

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Botulinum Toxin?

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

Use, Botulinum Toxin strictly as per doctor advice in the presence of health care provider.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Botulinum Toxin be used as antidote for tetanus?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Botulinum Toxin 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.