BOTOX® injections and side effects: What are the side effects of BOTOX® treatment?
The amount of danger and side effects: by BOTOX® is a few. BOTOX® treatments are temporary so any BOTOX® side effects can typically only last 6 months at a maximum. Coution should be exercised when BOTOX® injection treatment is used by people with neuromuscular disorders. Such people must consult with their physician carefully as cardiovascular problems may arise. Likewise, those with cardiovascular disease should also pay special attention.
BOTOX® injection is a product derived from a toxin (botulinum toxin A), so some consider it is dangerous. The fact is that it is safe and being used for some time. It is always prudent to review the BOTOX® injection side effects and procedure so that any BOTOX® injection danger is know and understood.
Some of the patients experienced the bruising at the site of injection after using BOTOX®. Side effects of using BOTOX® Cosmetic for glabellar lines are:
Headache (13.3%)
Respiratory Infection (3.5%)
Temporary Eyelid Droop (3.2%)
Nausea (3.0%)
Flu Syndrome (2.0%)
Blepharoptosis is consistent with the pharmacologic action of BOTOX® Cosmetic and may be technique related. Cause of temporary paralysis may occour in the neighboring muscles if the BOTOX® cosmetic is spread out. In less than 1% of patients, this can cause drooping of the eyelid.
Less frequently side effects of BOTOX® occurring (<3%) adverse reactions included pain in the face, erythema at the injection site, and muscle weakness. These events are thought to be associated with the injection and occurred within the first week.
