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Produced by Allergan, Inc., Botox is the name brand for a purified form of the toxic protein known as botulinum toxin. While its medical uses were first discovered in the 1950s, today, Botox is FDA approved for use in a number of cosmetic and medical procedures, including in the treatment of:

• achalasia, failure of the esophageal sphinter to fully relax when swallowing
• blepharospasm, excessive blinking
• cervical dystonia, a condition in which muscle spasms in the neck cause pain, repetitive movement and/or abnormal posture
• excessive sweating
• frown lines and wrinkles
• migraines

Botox is also occasionally used for non-FDA approved applications, which may include treating:

• overactive bladder
• spastic disorders (which are typically associated with cerebral palsy, Parkinson's disease and/or multiple sclerosis)
• temporomandibular joint (TMJ)
• vocal cord dysfunction.

Botox Injections

Only licensed practioners are allowed to administer Botox injections. While the qualifications for gaining a Botox license vary from state to state, providers of Botox injections typically include:

• cosmetic or plastic surgeons
• dermatologists
• nurses
• nurse practitioners
• physician assistants.

The precise dose of Botox administered will depend on the condition being treated, as well as the patient's medical history.

Botox Cream

Recently, researchers have discovered that Botox, when paired with a particular compound, can be absorbed through the skin. This has led to the development of a number of Botox creams that claim to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. For optimal effects, Botox creams will need to be used regularly for extended periods of time.

Botox Side Effects

Although the full extent of Botox side effects is currently unknown, Botox has been associated with some mild to severe health complications.

Mild side effects that may result from Botox injections include:

• bruising and/or tenderness at the injection site
• localized pain
• paralysis of the wrong muscle group
• skin rash
• weakness of muscle group beneath the injection site.

These minor Botox side effects generally clear up on their own within a few days or months of receiving the injections.

Unfortunately, Botox injections have been associated with some life-threatening side effects, including:

• arrhythmia
• heart attack
• respiratory depression (difficulty breathing)
• severe allergic reaction.

Without treatment, these Botox side effects can be fatal.

Individuals with the greatest risk of developing severe Botox side effects include those with a history of:

• amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (Also known as "Lou Gehrig's disease, ALS is a degenerative, fatal disease in which the motor neurons in the spinal cord and brain slowly atrophy.)
• lambert-eaton syndrome (an autoimmune disorder that results in severe back pain, as well as weakness of hip and thigh muscles)
• heart disease.

Anyone seriously injured after receiving Botox injections may be entitled to compensation by pursuing a personal injury lawsuit.

Have you or a loved one been injured after receiving Botox treatments? If so, contact us today to talk to an experienced botox lawyer who can evaluate your case and help you win the compensation you deserve.

"Botox Black Box Warning"

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an update on Botulinum Toxin Safety warnings, which include the popular injection, Botox. The Aug. 3, 2009 FDA alert provides information for both healthcare providers and patients.

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