Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Botox Injection
Botox Injection
| Generic name | onabotulinumtoxinA |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Skeletal muscle relaxants |
| Forms | Single-dose vial for injection |
Botox is an injectable prescription medicine used for both medical and cosmetic purposes. It is made from a purified form of botulinum toxin, a neurotoxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. It is supplied as a vacuum-dried powder in single-dose vials that a healthcare provider mixes with sterile saline before injecting.
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General information, not medical advice
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- Follow your prescriber and the leaflet
- Don't start, stop, or change a dose on your own
- Doses and warnings differ by country and product
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