BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) which is also called as Botulinum Toxin type - A is prescribed by the physicians for the treatment of upper limb spasticity, cervical dystonia (neurological movement disorder of neck and shoulders), blepharospasm (abnormal twitching or contraction of the eyelid), upper motor neuron syndrome, strabismus (improper alignment of eyes), achlasia, wound healing, TMJ pain disorders, vaginismus, moderate anal fissures and severe underarm sweating (hyperhidrosis). BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) is also prescribed in the cosmetic medicine for the reduction of facial wrinkles. BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) is derived from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum that secretes neurotoxin can block the acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter. Botulinum toxin can block the neuromuscular activities that can cause paralysis.
Who should not take BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA)?
BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) should not be prescribed for the patients with any type of convulsive disorders, dysphagia, bleeding disorders, recent infections, coronary artery disease, persistent facial muscle weakness, and facial reconstructive surgery, recent medical history of BOTOX injections for any treatment, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), myasthenia gravis, surgery in the near future, bronchial asthma and emphysema. If you are taking drugs like Finasteride, bronchodilators, narcotics, sedatives, muscle relaxants, antibiotics like streptomycin, neomycin, kanamycin and gentamycin, you should not take BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) injections or you may need an adjusted dose. If you are allergic to BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA), you should consult your physician before taking the injection. The safety of BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) at the time of pregnancy and breast feeding is unknown. It is better to consult your Physician, if you have any doubts.
BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) Side Effects:
BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) can cause serious side effects like arrthymia, fissures or discharge from the eyes, urinary incontinence, severe muscular weakness, dysphagia, dyspnoea, vision and voice changes, severe pain with or without rashes in the site of injection, severe and life threatening allergic reactions. Other less serious side effects of BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) are blurred vision, photophobia, swelling in the eyes, neck pain, flu like symptoms, moderate but persistent headache, dry mouth, anorexia, general fatigue with or with out fever and dysarthria (words cannot be properly spelled).
How should I take BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA)?
The recommended injection dosage of BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) depends up on the disease and the severity. For the treatment of blepharospasm, the recommended adult dose is 0.05 to 0.1 ml (1.25 to 2.5 Units) intra-muscular injection that can given in median and lateral pretarsal orbicularis oculi of the upper lid and in to the lateral orbicularis oculi of the lower lid. For the treatment of cervical dystonia, an initial low dose of BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) is followed by the dose responsive titrated dose, which should not be more than 236 Units. For the treatment of axillary hyperhidrosis, the recommended dose of BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) is 50 units in each axilla and it can be continued until the problem subsides. The following instruction should be followed to take the BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA): 1) BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) injection is usually given by the certified medical doctors and the route of administration is intra-muscular 2) You may need more than one shot of injection of BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) at different sites 3) It may take 2 to 6 weeks to feel the maximum benefits after the injection of BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) in neck muscle spasms 4) You may need at least 3 months interval in between two injections shots. Before taking BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) you may need some preparatory procedures like the Minor’s Iodine starch procedure and the under-arm hair shaving prior to the treatment of BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) in axillary hyperhidrosis and the administration of intra-ocular drops, local anaesthesia and nasal decongestants before the administration of BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) in strabismus treatment.
Keep taking BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) for as long as your health care provider tells you to do so. To treat your problems or keep you from getting these symptoms, you have to take BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) as often and in the way BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) as prescribed by your Physician.
What is the important information I should know about BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA)?
Take BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) injections exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these directions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
For BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) dosage one must follow his doctor's instructions.
BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) can impair your vision temporarily and you should not drive vehicles or handle machineries that need extreme attention.
It is important to take BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) regularly to get the most benefit, as directed by the Physician.
You need at least three months interval gap for the next dose of BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA).
After the injection of BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA), you have to wait at least 24 hours to use the under arm deodorants or sprays.
Do not stop taking BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) without first talking to your doctor, even if you are feeling well. Even after your symptoms improve, you may require continuous treatment for quite some time, as directed by the Physician.
Store BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) as per the instructions on the label.
Keep BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) away from the reach of the children and pets.
What happens if I miss a dose of BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA)?
If you missed the next due dose, consult your Physician and take it as per the doctor’s instructions.
What happens if I overdose of BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA)?
Please seek emergency medical attention immediately.
Where can I get more information on BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA)?
BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) prescribed patients, who try to place an order for BOTOX (OnabotulinumtoxinA) from an online pharmacy store, can place their prescription order at the CanadaDrugsOnline.com which is an online Canadian pharmacy store.
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