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The generic of Botox or Onabotulinumtoxin A or botulinum toxin type A is a drug made from botulism causing bacteria. The toxin Botulinum blocks activity of nerves in the muscles, resulting in temporary lessening of muscle activity. Cervical dystonia or rigorous spasms of neck muscles, muscle spasms occurring in arms and hands and excess underarm sweating also known as hyperhidrosis is treated with Botox.
The other areas where generic Botox is used for treatment are in some eye muscle states caused due to nerve disorders. Uncontrolled or severe blinking of eyelids, spasms and a state where eyes fail to focus in a direction also is included here. Botox Cosmetic reduces the visibility of facial wrinkles temporarily.
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Botox generic contains botulinum toxin which might get spread to other areas of your body, besides the area where the drug is injected. Instances of life intimidating side effects have been observed in people who have taken this injection as a drug or as a cosmetic treatment.
Symptoms like hoarse voice, vision problems, bladder control loss, drooping eyelids, muscle weakness, trouble breathing, swallowing or talking are observed in some after taking the injection. The side effects can go on for weeks after you administer a botulinum injection. Botulinum injections have to be taken by trained persons in medical field even if it is used for cosmetic needs. It is wise to stick to one professional to take your injection. If you are switching your healthcare professional detail him or her about the lapse of time after your last injection. This medication should not be used more times than prescribed.
Individuals who are allergic to toxin called botulinum should keep away from the drug. Further, if you have inflammation, infection and muscle weakness where the injection was taken, it is better you stay away from the medicine. It is important that you inform your doctor well in advance to taking the injection if you have Lou Gehrig's disease) or ALS, Lambert-Eaton syndrome, trouble swallowing, change in facial appearance, bleeding problems, if or will undergo surgery, myasthenia gravis, breathing disorder, facial muscle weakness, seizures, heart disease or whether you have taken other botulinum injections like Myobloc, Dysport etc.
The side effects caused by botulinum toxin injection are not permanent. Symptoms may come back in 3 months time after taking an injection. When repeat injections are administered the time taken for the return of symptoms will get reduced. Your body will develop antibodies to the toxin in due time.
If you have experienced side effects to botulinum toxin ever in the past, it is important that you inform your doctor about it before you take an injection. If any of the conditions mentioned above like allergies and swelling has been experienced by you, you might need special tests or adjustment of dose.
Generic Botox produced from human plasma may include viruses and agents that cause infections. If donated plasma is used, proper tests will be done and required treating done to lessen associated risks. In spite of all this, the small possibility of it transmitting disease cannot be ruled out. A proper discussion with your doctor will educate you about the pros and cons of using the drug in your case. Pregnant women, ladies who plan to be pregnant, nursing mothers etc should avoid the use of Botox. The safety of using this drug during the conditions is not yet clarified.
Generic Botox injections should have a gap of minimum 3 months in between an injection. Depending on the condition, the injection can be given to more than one place at the same time. If you are taking botulinum toxin injections for treating eye muscle conditions most probably you will have to use ointment, eye drops or contact lens especially for the purpose, so that your eye surface stays protected. Doctors’ advice has to be followed strictly in such situations.
If the injection is taken for excessive sweating you should shave underarms before one day you plan to take the injection. Antiperspirants and deodorants should be avoided during this period. Hot foods, beverages and exercise also should be avoided for half an hour before you take the injection.
The time required for results is about 2 weeks. In six weeks you can notice significant results. Eye muscle spasm signs improve within 1-3 days after you take the injection and within 2-6 weeks there will be tremendous improvement.
Missing a dose of botulinum toxin is not harmful as it is given at spaced intervals and since its effect is temporary. However, over dosing should be attended immediately. Getting doctors help or calling emergency is utmost important during such incidents. Though overdose signs take some time to show, it can include trouble with swallowing, weakness of muscles and shallow/weak breathing. Botox causes temporary vision impairment and difficulty of depth perception, which calls for caution when you drive.
Emergency help for Botox side effects should be sought immediately if there are allergic reactions like breathing difficulty, hives, feeling that you may pass out, inflammation of lips, throat, tongue or face. Crusting or drainage from eyes, skin rash with itching, uneven heartbeats, chest pain with heavy feeling, feeling the pain spread on to arms and shoulders etc are other serious side effects.
Other less serious side effects of Botox are headache, neck or back pain, muscle stiffness, fever, cough, flu symptoms, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, ringing in ears, loss of appetite, dry mouth, dry eyes, increased sensitivity towards light, eyelid inflammation and bruising.