Botox Manufacturer:

Allergan

Botox Information:

Botox is used in the treatment of strabismus (abnormal eye alignment), blepharospasm (involuntary blinking), muscle spasms in the arms and hands, axillary hyperhidrosis (a medical condition characterized by abnormally excessive perspiration) and cervical dystonia (a form of dystonia that is marked by abnormal muscle contractions in the neck and head area). In addition to the above, Botox is also used to prevent headaches in adults suffering from chronic migraines. Furthermore, this drug is also used to temporarily treat facial wrinkles. Botox is a prescription-based drug. In other words, you should only buy Botox if your doctor has prescribed it for your treatment.

Description of Botox:

The generic name of this drug is OnabotulinumtoxinA, and it is given via an intramuscular injection. You should receive this treatment only through a qualified healthcare professional.The medication is prepared from bacteria that cause serious illness known as botulism. The bacteria are known to produce a toxin known as Botulinum that temporarily lowers the muscle activity. Botox is administered through injection into a muscle, and sometimes can cause moderate to severe side effects, especially if the medication spreads to other part of the muscles. Therefore, you should receive the injection only from the hands of a trained medical professional.

Advantages of Botox:

The following are the advantages of Botox treatment:

1. The procedure does not require any surgery or hospitalization.
2. The administration of a Botox injection takes only 10 minutes to complete.
3. The positive effects of this drug start surfacing within 5-10 days.

How Botox Works:

Botox works by preventing the muscles from contracting. To contract, our muscles require a certain chemical called acetylcholine, which is released by the nerves. Our muscles contract when acetylcholine binds with the receptors on the muscle cells. Botox blocks the receptors on the muscle cells, as a result our muscles are unable to contract. To be effective, Botox must be administered through an intramuscular injection.

Safety & Precautionary Information:

You should not buy Botox if you are allergic to any of the active or inactive ingredients present in its formulation or if you have muscle weakness or an infection in the area where Botox will be administered. In addition, before you buy Botox, inform your doctor about your medical history, especially if you have or ever had any of the following:

1. Cardiovascular disease
2. Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
3. Myasthenia gravis
4. Asthma or any other breathing disorder
5. Lambert-Eaton syndrome
6. Bleeding problems
7. facial muscle weakness
8. A seizure disorder
9. facial surgery

The safety of Botox during pregnancy or breastfeeding has not yet been established. Tell your doctor about using this drug if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Botox may cause certain side effects. While most of the side effects of this drug are mild and temporary, some can be serious. Consult your doctor if you experience any of the following after taking a Botox injection: wheezing, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, hives, swelling of your lips, tongue, or other body parts, trouble swallowing, vision problems, uneven heartbeat, severe muscle weakness, or chest pain .

Do not be alarmed if you experience any of the following mild and temporary side effects: mild drowsiness, nausea, headache, stomach pain, diarrhea, dry mouth, or mild muscle stiffness. In case any of the side effects continue to occur for a long time, tell your doctor about it.

Composition

A Botox injection contains the following ingredients:

• Clostridium Botulinum type A
• Albumin Human
• Sodium Chloride