Botulinum toxin is a toxin generated by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum that causes transient muscle paralysis. It is currently frequently utilized in medicine. Both in the treatment of neurological illnesses and in the therapy of attractiveness, for example.

Neurological disease

• Chronic headaches such as Migraine
• Neck or back pain (Myofascial plain) 

Movement disorders

• Eye blinking or twitching (Blepharospasm)
• Hemifacial spasm
• Cervical dystonia (twisting of the muscles of the neck)
• Focal dystonia/spasticity
• Bruxism 

Autonomic dysfunctions

• Excessive sweating at specific points (Hyperhidrosis)
• Drooling or coming out abnormally (Sialorrhea) 

Advice before Botulinum toxin injections

• You must notify a doctor or nurse before each injection if you are using antiplatelet medications (antiplatelet) or anticoagulants.
• Patients receiving fibrinolytic anticoagulants Prior to infusion, the anticoagulant should be stopped. It is always required to seek the advice of a personal physician who provides such medications.
• Patients taking antiplatelet medications Without interruption, Antiplatelets, NSAIDs, vitamin E, and fish oil can all be administered. However, there is a danger of bleeding. and increased bruising at the injection site.
• If you get an injection in the face, please clean it. and remove any cosmetics from the injection site to avoid the risk of infection. 

Advice following Botulinum toxin injections

• Massage and hot compresses on the injection area should be avoided for at least 2-3 days, since this will cause the drug to spread. This causes unwelcome weakness. Furthermore, heat can reduce the drug’s effectiveness.
• The medicine takes effect around one week after injection and lasts roughly three to four months.
• The injection bulge will disappear after 2-3 hours.
• A cold compress may be used to relieve bruising at the injection site. The scar will fade in 3-5 days.
• If you have any further queries or unusual symptoms, consult your doctor.