Forma Medical WellnessBotox® safety
Botox® temporarily softens facial lines. Because it's injected in person by a licensed provider, your consultation confirms fit and schedules an in-person visit.
Botox®
onabotulinumtoxinAIn-office injection by a licensed provider
Botox temporarily relaxes targeted muscles by blocking nerve signals to them, softening the lines those muscles create.
Distant spread of toxin effect: In rare cases the effects of botulinum toxin may spread from the injection area, causing symptoms such as trouble swallowing, speaking, or breathing hours to weeks later. Seek immediate care if these occur.
What it treats
- Temporary improvement of moderate-to-severe frown lines, forehead lines, and crow's feet in adults
Who shouldn't take it
- Infection at the planned injection site
- Known hypersensitivity to any botulinum toxin product
- Neuromuscular disorders such as myasthenia gravis, ALS, or Lambert-Eaton syndrome
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
Warnings & precautions
- Distant spread of effect (see boxed warning)
- Trouble swallowing, speaking, or breathing
- Must be administered in person by a licensed, trained provider
Common side effects
- Injection-site pain or bruising
- Headache
- Temporary drooping of an eyelid or brow
Call your clinician if you notice
- Trouble swallowing, breathing, or speaking
- Widespread muscle weakness
- Signs of an allergic reaction
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Start Your IntakeThis information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. A licensed Forma clinician will review your health history and current medications to determine whether treatment is safe and appropriate for you. Never start, stop, or change a prescription without talking to a healthcare provider. If you think you may have a medical emergency, call 911.