Botox 200IU Injection
Botox 200IU Injection is used in the treatment of localized muscle spasm. It relieves wry neck (spasmodic torticollis) in adults, involuntary closure of eyelids (blepharospasm), and foot deformity due to spasticity in children with cerebral palsy. It may also be prescribed for chronic migraines.
Botox 200IU Injection
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Botox 200IU Injection is used in the treatment of localized muscle spasm. It relieves wry neck (spasmodic torticollis) in adults, involuntary closure of eyelids (blepharospasm), and foot deformity due to spasticity in children with cerebral palsy. It may also be prescribed for chronic migraines.
Botox 200IU Injection is used in the treatment of localized muscle spasm. It relieves wry neck (spasmodic torticollis) in adults, involuntary closure of eyelids (blepharospasm), and foot deformity due to spasticity in children with cerebral palsy. It may also be prescribed for chronic migraines.
Botox 200IU Injection is a prescription medicine that must be administered by a healthcare professional. You must receive the exact dose of it as per the prescription. An overdose of this medicine may have serious side effects on the body.
The common side effects of this medicine are muscle weakness and tiredness. It may also cause flu-like symptoms and injection site reactions such as redness, pain, and swelling. Let your doctor know if any of these side effects persist or get worse. They may be able to suggest ways to manage or prevent the side effects.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any preexisting medical conditions. Let your doctor also know about all the medicines you are taking. This will ensure your safety.
03Uses
Treatment of Localized muscle spasm
Botulism
Wrinkles
Muscle spasm
Cervical Dystonia
Squint
04How To Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
05How It Works
Botox 200IU Injection is a protein made by a type of bacteria (Clostridium botulinum type A). It works by blocking the release of a chemical (acetylcholine) which normally cause the muscle to contract. This temporarily weakens nerve activity in the muscles and helps reduce abnormal muscle contractions.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take this medicine?
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07Benefits
In Treatment of Localized muscle spasm
Botox 200IU Injection is used in adults to treat muscle spasms around the eyes, in the face, neck, arm, shoulders, and leg. It is also used in children with cerebral palsy (aged two years or older), to treat muscle spasms in the legs, to improve their walking. It also effectively relieves muscle spasms in the arms of the affected children. It stops the abnormal muscle contractions called spasms by stopping the release of a chemical which acts between the nerves and muscles that causes muscle contraction. This helps to reduce the spasms and provides relief. In this way, it improves the quality of life. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.
08Side Effects
Tiredness
Weakness
Flu-like symptoms
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Botox 200IU Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Botox 200IU Injection is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Breast feeding:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Botox 200IU Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Botox 200IU Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Botox 200IU Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Botox 200IU Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
Botox 200IU Injection prevents headaches in people with chronic migraines and treats various other problems such as muscle spasms and wrinkles.
It can prevent migraines before they even start.
It may cause swallowing, speaking, or breathing problems. Inform your doctor if you develop trouble swallowing, slurred speech, loss of bladder control, muscle weakness or breathing difficulties.
It may cause dizziness. Don’t drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
References
Sources and references
Clostridium botulinum type A toxin-haemagglutinin complex. Slough, Berkshire: Ipsen limited; 2010. [Accessed 06 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: View
Botulism-Antitoxin Behring. Marburg, Germany: Novartis Vaccines and Diagnostics GmbH & Co. KG.; 2006 [revised 13 Nov. 2003]. [Accessed 11 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from: View
Clostridium botulinum type A toxin-haemagglutinin complex [New Zealand Data Sheet]. Auckland, New Zealand: Pharmacy Retailing (NZ) Ltd t/a Healthcare Logistics; 2015. [Accessed 19 Oct. 2023] (online) Available from: View
