BOTOX® Cosmetic Side Effects: What to Consider Before Starting BOTOX® Cosmetic Treatments

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Do not use BOTOX^® Cosmetic if you:

have an infection where BOTOX^® Cosmetic will be injected
are allergic to any of the ingredients in BOTOX^® Cosmetic
are pregnant or think you might be pregnant.

What should I tell my doctor before using BOTOX^® Cosmetic?

Only your doctor can decide if BOTOX^® Cosmetic is right for you. Before starting treatment, tell your doctor if you:

have any diseases that affect your nerves and muscles. These diseases may increase your chance of side effects with BOTOX^® Cosmetic treatment.
are breastfeeding
are planning to become pregnant soon.

Can any of my medicines interact with BOTOX^® Cosmetic?

Be sure that your doctor knows the names of all the medicines you are using, including:

antibiotics used to treat infections, such as gentamicin, tobramycin, clindamycin, and lincomycin
medicines used to treat heart rhythm problems, such as quinidine
medicines used to treat different conditions, such as myasthenia gravis or Alzheimer’s disease.

As with all prescription medicines, you should also notify your doctor if you are taking any over-the-counter medicines or herbal products.

This is not a complete list of medicines that can interact with BOTOX^® Cosmetic. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for the Professional Package Insert for complete information.

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BOTOX^® Cosmetic is indicated for the temporary improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in people 18 to 65 years of age.

BOTOX^® Cosmetic should not be used in the presence of infection at the proposed injection site(s) and in individuals with known hypersensitivity to any ingredient in the formulation.

Patients with neurological disorders such as ALS, myasthenia gravis, or Lambert-Eaton syndrome may be at increased risk of serious side effects. The most common side effects include headache, respiratory infection, flu syndrome, temporary eyelid droop, and nausea.

BOTOX^® Cosmetic is administered by physicians and is available only by prescription. Please see the full prescribing information.

BOTOX^® Cosmetic is approved for the temporary treatment of moderate to severe frown lines between the brows in people ages 18–65.

Important Safety Information

Serious heart problems and serious allergic reactions have been reported rarely. If you think you’re having an allergic reaction or other unusual symptoms, such as difficulty swallowing, speaking or breathing, call your doctor immediately. The most common side effects following injection include temporary eyelid droop and nausea. Localized pain, infection, inflammation, tenderness, swelling, redness, and/or bleeding/bruising may be associated with the injection. Patients with certain neuromuscular disorders such as ALS, myasthenia gravis, or Lambert-Eaton syndrome may be at increased risk of serious side effects.

BOTOX^® Cosmetic is administered by physicians and is available only by prescription. Please see the full prescribing information.

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