There are no studies using Botox in pregnant women. In animal studies, Botox administration resulted in adverse effects on fetal growth (decreased fetal weight and skeletal ossification).
Severity of Wrinkles/Lines: Deeper, more established wrinkles that are present even when the face is at rest (static lines) might require more units than finer lines that only appear with movement (dynamic lines).
It is not known if RADIESSE® or RADIESSE® (+) is safe or effective in the lips, or in the area around the eyes.
Getting "too much" Botox often means exceeding the amount needed for this subtle result, leading to undesirable cosmetic outcomes or potentially increasing side effect risks. It is important to be treated by a qualified, experienced medical professional (like a board-certified dermatologist, plastic surgeon, or properly trained nurse practitioner/physician assistant under supervision) who understands anatomy and appropriate dosing.
Based on animal data, onabotulinumtoxinA may harm your unborn baby. Talk to your healthcare provider about the risks of receiving this medicine during pregnancy.
Injection in the back of the hand may result in temporary difficulty performing activities. RADIESSE® may cause nodules, bumps or lumps in the back of the hand and can last up to 1 year.
The goal of cosmetic Botox is typically to soften wrinkles and achieve a refreshed, natural look, not to eliminate all movement. Botox is also available to treat certain medical conditions.
Patients experiencing adequate paralysis of the target muscle that liftera require subsequent injections should receive a dose comparable to the initial dose.
Reduced blinking from BOTOX injection of the orbicularis muscle can lead to corneal exposure, persistent epithelial defect, and corneal ulceration, especially in patients with VII nerve disorders.
Patients with diabetes mellitus treated with BOTOX were more likely to develop urinary retention than those without diabetes, as shown in Table 11.
Dry the underarm area and then immediately paint it with iodine solution. Allow the area to dry, then lightly sprinkle the area with starch powder. Gently blow off any excess starch powder. The hyperhidrotic area will develop a deep blue-black color over approximately 10 minutes.
Swallowing problems may last for several months. People who cannot swallow well may need a feeding tube to receive food and water.
Strabismus: The dose is based on prism diopter correction or previous response to treatment with Botox
Reconstituted BOTOX (200 Units/30 mL) is injected into the detrusor muscle via a flexible or rigid cystoscope, avoiding the trigone. The bladder should be instilled with enough saline to achieve adequate visualization for the injections, but over-distension should be avoided.