What are the potential side effects?
Because botulinum toxin works as a local paralytic, it has the potential risk of “working too well” in an area and thus causing excessive weakness in muscles after injection. Depending on which body site is affected, this may cause some impairment of normal functions. This is probably the most worrisome of possible side effects. Usually, however, dosages are started low range to avoid this complication. It should also be noted that if weakness should occur, it is transient, lasting anywhere from a few days to several weeks. Some patients experience muscle pain or aching approximately 10-14 days after the injection. This is not known to be dangerous and may be relieved by taking anti-inflammatory medications such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen. Occasionally patients may experience dry eyes or dry mouth during the treatment period. This is more common when getting facial injections. Finally, as with any medication that is taken or given by any route, there is the risk, no matter how small
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