Botox 100 IU Injection Information
Botox 100 IU Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Cervical Dystonia are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Botox 100 IU Injection have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Botox 100 IU Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Botox 100 IU Injection include Blurred vision, Headache, Injection site pain. While these are the most often observed Botox 100 IU Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Botox 100 IU Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Botox 100 IU Injection's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Botox 100 IU Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Botox 100 IU Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Botox 100 IU Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Botox 100 IU Injection is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
- Botox Injection Benefits & Uses
- Botox Injection Dosage & How to Take
- Botox Injection Side Effects
- Botox Injection Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Botox Injection with Other Drugs
- Botox Injection Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Botox Injection
- Botox Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Botox 100 IU Injection Benefits & Uses
Botox 100 IU Injection is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
Botox 100 IU Injection Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Botox 100 IU Injection Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Botox 100 IU Injection is used -
Common
- Blurred vision
- Headache
- Injection site pain
- Dyspepsia
- Nausea or vomiting
- Cough
- Rhinitis
- Chest Pain
- Peripheral Edema
- Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Unknown
- Neck and Throat Pain
- Drooping eyelid
- Diarrhoea
- Double Vision
- Difficulty swallowing
- Shortness of Breath (Read More - How to Treat Shortness of Breath at Home: Natural Solutions)
- Eyelid Swelling
- Fatigue
- Weakness
- Limb Pain
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Botox 100 IU Injection Related Warnings
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Is the use of Botox 100 IU Injection safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Botox Injection will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Unknown -
Is the use of Botox 100 IU Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Botox Injection for breastfeeding women are not known.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Botox 100 IU Injection on the Kidneys?
Botox Injection may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Botox 100 IU Injection on the Liver?
Botox Injection does not damage the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Botox 100 IU Injection on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Botox Injection. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Moderate
Severe Interaction of Botox 100 IU Injection with Other Drugs
Botox 100 IU Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Botox 100 IU Injection Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Botox 100 IU Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Allergy
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
- Hyperthyroidism
- Heart Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Botox 100 IU Injection
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Is this Botox 100 IU Injection habit forming or addictive?
Botox 100 IU Injection does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Botox 100 IU Injection, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Botox 100 IU Injection can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Botox 100 IU Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Botox 100 IU Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
No
Botox 100 IU Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Botox 100 IU Injection
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Botox 100 IU Injection together with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Botox 100 IU Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Botox 100 IU Injection.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Botox 100 IU Injection
Question over 5 years ago
Does Botox Injection cause inflammation (swelling)?
Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology
Yes, Botox Injection can cause inflammation ( swelling). It is a common side effect of this drug. The exact cause of inflammation is unknown. However, if you experience excessive inflammation after taking this then immediately contact your doctor without further delay.
Question almost 6 years ago
How does Botox Injection work?
Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology
Botox Injection works by blocking the nerve impulse to muscle and preventing the excessive contraction of the muscle where it is injected. In case, of migraine Botox Injection blocks the pain signal which indirectly inhibits the migraine attack.
Question about 6 years ago
What is Botox Injection?
Dr. Ajay Kumar. MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology
Botox Injection is a brand name for botulinum toxin and it is available in the form of injection. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called muscle relaxant. It is a toxin which is produced by bacteria Clostridium botulinum. Botox Injection is used to treat muscle spasm and preventing the headache associated with migraine. In children, it is used to prevent foot deformity associated with spasm in the leg muscle.
Question almost 6 years ago
Does Botox Injection cause headache?
Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine
No, Botox Injection does not cause headache. In fact, it is used to provide relief from headache associated with migraine.
Question over 5 years ago
Can Botox Injection be used as antidote for tetanus?
Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician
Botox Injection may be used as an antidote for tetanus. But limited data supports that medicine can be used in the treatment of rigidity and muscle spasticity during tetanus.
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