Indications & Uses
Botox is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Clostridium Botulinum Toxin Type A is a neurotoxin made by Clostridium botulinum. It stops acetylcholine (ACh) from being released at the presynaptic membrane, so nerve impulses are blocked and muscle contractions calm down for a time.
In practice, Botulinum Toxin Type A blocks the signals passing between the nerve and its muscle. Once that happens, much of the tightness in the limb eases, and this gives the muscle a better chance to grow normally. The therapy can also put off surgery for a little longer. By encouraging normal movement, it gives the child's body the chance to grow.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Detailed dosing reference is not available yet. Please follow your prescription and consult your pharmacist.
Side Effects
No serious adverse reactions were seen in the clinical trials of Clostridium Botulinum Toxin Type A Neurotoxin. Skin rash was the most common reaction. Chills, muscle cramps, back pain, fever, nausea, vomiting and wheezing were also the most frequent reactions in clinical trials of similarly-prepared human IGIV products.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Patient Monitoring for Administration Make sure the patient is well hydrated before the treatment starts. Check renal function before the first infusion, including blood urea nitrogen (BUN) or serum creatinine. Patients thought to be at risk of acute renal failure need their renal function tests and urine output checked at regular intervals, and this matters particularly for them. Serum creatinine and BUN have been seen to rise as early as one to two days after treatment with other IGIV products. While the administration is going on, keep watching the patient's vital signs all the time and look carefully for any related symptoms.
Contraindications
As with other immunoglobulin preparations, this medicine should not be given to people who have had a severe reaction to other human immunoglobulin preparations. People with selective immunoglobulin A deficiency can develop antibodies to immunoglobulin A, so they could have anaphylactic reactions if they later receive blood products that contain immunoglobulin A.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Clostridium Botulinum Toxin Type A Neurotoxin is Pregnancy Category C. Animal studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus, and there are no adequate, well-controlled studies in humans. Even so, the possible benefits may justify using the medicine in a pregnant woman despite the possible risks.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Common questions about Botox
What is Botox Injection?
Botox Injection is a medicine that contains Clostridium Botulinum Toxin Type A Neurotoxin. It is made by Unimed Unihealth Pharmaceuticals Ltd. It belongs to the Drugs used in Cerebral Palsy group of medicines.
What is Botox used for?
Botox is used for: Migraine, Muscle Spasm.
What are the side effects of Botox?
No serious adverse reactions were seen in the clinical trials of Clostridium Botulinum Toxin Type A Neurotoxin. Skin rash was the most common reaction.
Can I take Botox during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Clostridium Botulinum Toxin Type A Neurotoxin is Pregnancy Category C. Animal studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus, and there are no adequate, well-controlled studies in humans. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Do I need a prescription for Botox?
Botox is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.