Botox Botulinum Toxin Type A Injection belongs to a group of medications called neurotoxin drugs. Botox Botulinum Toxin Type A Injection is used in the treatment of cervical dystonia (contraction of neck muscles), Primary Axillary Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating), Strabismus (a condition in which eyes do not see the same side), and Blepharospasm (uncontrolled twitching of eyelids).

Botox Botulinum Toxin Type A Injection contains Botulinum Toxin Type A, which works by blocking the neurotransmitter release of acetylcholine, which is responsible for flaccid paralysis.

Botox Botulinum Toxin Type A Injection may cause certain side effects such as neck pain, headache, upper respiratory tract infections, pain at the site of injection, skin rash and injection site reactions. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. Botox Botulinum Toxin Type A Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Do not take Botox Botulinum Toxin Type A Injection if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform your doctor if you have lung disease, myasthenia gravis, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or motor neuropathy liver/kidney disease before starting the treatment. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should receive Botox Botulinum Toxin Type A Injection only if recommended by the physician.

Botox Botulinum Toxin Type A Injection belongs to a group of medications called neurotoxin drugs used to treat conditions like cervical dystonia, primary axillary hyperhidrosis, and blepharospasm. Botox Botulinum Toxin Type A Injection contains Botulinum Toxin Type A, which works by blocking the neurotransmitter release of acetylcholine that is responsible for flaccid paralysis.

• Tenderness
• Skin rash
• Upper respiratory tract infections
• Headache
• Neck pain
• Injection site reactions
• Localized pain

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Botox Botulinum Toxin Type A Injection or other related components, have muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis), serious liver problems, breathing problems, or glaucoma (high blood pressure in eyes), are breastfeeding, pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Avoid administration of Botox Botulinum Toxin Type A Injection in patients with severe hypersensitivity reactions. Hence, inform your doctor on priority if you observe any allergic symptoms. This medicine is not given to children below 12 years of age as the safety is not established. This medicine is known to cause dyspepsia in patients receiving Botox Botulinum Toxin Type A Injection. Hence, observe the patient for any changes.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Botox Botulinum Toxin Type A Injection may interact with aminoglycoside medicines (gentamycin, neomycin), and other medicines.

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have renal/liver disease, respiratory problems or muscle problems before taking Botox Botulinum Toxin Type A Injection.

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• You can increase your mindfulness by including yoga, meditation, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction.
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• Include a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables and fruits.
• Herbs like turmeric, ginger and chamomile contain anti-inflammatory properties. They can reduce inflammation caused due to anxiety disorder.
• Reduce your alcohol, caffeine, added sugar, high salt and high fat intake.

Cervical Dystonia: It is also known as spasmodic torticollis, is a neurological condition that occurs due to the involuntary movements of your neck muscles. This causes twisting of your head or turning to one side.

Blepharospasm: It is also known as benign essential, blepharospasm is a condition of uncontrollable twitching of eyelids or other eyelid movements.