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Q.   What is BOTOX®?  
A.  
BOTOX® is the brand from Allergan Inc USA containing purified protein produced by clostridium botulinum
 
   
bacteria. BOTOX® is a non surgical physician administered beauty treatment used in various beauty enhancing therapies including the management of expression lines on your face.
 
   
 
Q.   How does BOTOX® work?  
A.  
BOTOX® is a simple non surgical procedure. A few tiny injections of BOTOX® when injected into the muscle
 
    causing lines, gets relaxed. This smoothens out the lines on your face.  
   
Q.   How long will it take for the procedure?  
A.  
BOTOX® is a simple non surgical therapy which generally takes about 15 minutes. The cosmetic procedure is so
 
   
quick many consider this a lunch time procedure. In fact, there is no down time after a BOTOX® procedure. The person can go back to attend work immediately after this cosmetic treatment.
 
   
 
Q.   Is BOTOX® only for the old?  
A.  
The expression lines generally start appearing around the age of 30 years and not necessarily when we grow old.
 
   
BOTOX® is approved globally for use in the age group of 18-65 years. BOTOX® treats wrinkles which show up on the face when we try to express. BOTOX® is also used for other cosmetic procedures. Thus, just in 15 minutes, you can go back in time and look younger by few years.
  
   
 
Q.   The skin under my eyes often looks puffy and swollen, what can I do? Nothing seems to be working.  
A.  
a) There can be two reasons for this.
  i.
It can be due to over activity of the concerned muscle. If this is the case BOTOX® can help.
  ii.
It can also be due to fat accumulation, in which case BOTOX® may not help.
b)
Your aesthetic physician will be able to help you.
 
   
   
   
       
   
 
Q.  
I get wrinkles at the side of my eyes whenever I smile or laugh. How can I make them look less obvious?
  
A.  
These lines are known as crow's feet which are basically one of the common expression lines we come across.
 
   
These lines are formed due to over activity of a muscle (called Orbicularis Oculi). In the treatment of Crow's feet BOTOX® is injected and this relaxes the muscle, thereby reducing the wrinkles.
  
   
 
Q.  
How do you compare the effectiveness of chemical peels, micro-dermabrasion and laser with BOTOX®?
  
A.  
Each of these beauty therapy treatments are used for different purposes. They all complement each other but do
 
   
notsubstitute each other. Therefore their effectiveness cannot be compared. Eg, BOTOX® takes care of wrinkles while none of the other procedures do the same, though laser may take care of fine lines to very minimal extent. Your cosmetologist will be able to decide what works better on you.
 
   
 
Q.   Can BOTOX® make my skin radiant and glowing?  
A.  
Yes. This, though is not a direct benefit, we have seen that BOTOX® when given (intradermally) reduces the size of
 
   
the surface pores and makes the skin's surface look uniform and flawless. This gives skin glow and radiance. It also has effect on the sebaceous gland which has shown to improve the skin's glow.
 
   
 
Q.   How much time will it take for the results to be evident?  
A.  
The results with BOTOX® are sure, quick and predictable. You will start seeing the changes in 2-3 days. However,
 
   
visible skin firming results are seen in two weeks time.
  
   
 
Q.   How long will the results stay?  
A.  
Generally, BOTOX® effect is seen upto 4 months. However, the BOTOX® effect starts fading off closer to 4 months,
 
   
after which you need to visit the doctor for the next injection session. It is seen that gradually the period gets extended when you take BOTOX® continually.
 
   
 
Q.   Are the results temporary?  
A.  
BOTOX® is an anti-aging, non-surgical therapy. Therefore, the effect lasts for a certain number of months though not
 
   
permanently. Since it is an anti-ageing skin care process and not a treatment, you may choose to get different styling done the next time, if you are not happy with the present.
  
   
 
Q.   I do not need BOTOX® as I don't have wrinkles?  
A.  
The fact that we express so much day in and out causes expression lines to be formed on our faces without most of
 
   
us even realizing it. Post 30, wrinkles start appearing prominently. However, if we ignore these lines, they may become static and remain on our face all the time.
 
   
 
Q.   BOTOX® is a costly therapy as it needs to be repeated every 4 months.  
A.  
The cost of BOTOX® is comparable to many of the routinely done cosmetic procedures. Like any other cosmetic
 
   
treatment, whether it is coloring of hair or pedicure and manicure, BOTOX® needs to be repeated. This, in fact gives you an option of continuing to do it only if you like.
 
   
 
Q.   Is BOTOX® safe?  
A.  
a)
BOTOX® has been approved by the US FDA, one of the most stringent drugs approving authority worldwide.
b)
BOTOX® is in clinical use for the last thirty years and is marketed in around 80 countries for 21 different
 
indications. Till date it is not been withdrawn from any country for safety reasons.
c)
Moreover, Allergan continuously monitors the use of BOTOX® to ensure proper use).
d)
The safe and effective use of BOTOX® depends upon proper storage of the product, selection of the
 
correct dose, and proper reconstitution and administration techniques.
 
   
   
   
   
   
 
Q.   Will I look older once the results of BOTOX® wear off?  
A.  
BOTOX® acts on the muscles causing wrinkles thereby removing and reducing them. When the BOTOX® effect wears
 
   
off, the muscle returns to its normal activity. You will look the way you looked before the BOTOX® procedure
  
   
 
Q.   Can BOTOX® be given along with other skin care cosmetic treatments?  
A.  
BOTOX® is compatible with all the skin care cosmetic therapies. In fact it has synergistic effect and therefore, may
 
   
result in a better cosmetic clinical outcome when combined with other beauty therapy treatments.
 
   
 
Q.   What will happen if I use a cheaper Botulinum?  
A.  
BOTOX® is a brand manufactured and marketed by Allergan. BOTOX® is the first brand in the world approved by the
 
   
US FDA for the use in cosmetic procedures. We have 2200 clinical papers to prove its safety and efficacy. It is approved in more than 80 countries. BOTOX® is a biological product therefore there are neither alternatives nor generics. Effect of other brands that are not interchangeable with BOTOX® cannot be predicted.
  
   
 
Q.   Will I struggle with facial expressions after using BOTOX®?  
A.  
It is a myth that "I may struggle to express after taking BOTOX®". It is important to get BOTOX® done from a trained
 
   
medical practitioner who understands the dosage requirement correctly and helps you remove only the wrinkles and not your expressions.
  
   
 
Q.   Last time I used BOTOX® the results went away within a month?  
A.  
BOTOX® beauty treatments usually last for 4 months. It is important to get BOTOX® injected through an Allergan
 
   
trained medical practitioner who can understand the dosage requirement for your face correctly. Please ask your doctor to use BOTOX® from Allergan as it is the most widely used treatment globally.
  
   
 
Q.   How painful is BOTOX®?  
A.  
The facial injection may cause some discomfort. Many describe this as an "ant bite". The pain threshold varies from
 
   
person to person. Generally, it is not very painful. The pain is comparable to that of threading or waxing. Cosmetic clinics might choose to use ice cubes or local anaesthesia to reduce the discomfort.
 
   
 
Q.   How can BOTOX® help me enhance my beauty?  
A.  
The biggest enemy of a woman's beauty are the lines on her face or what are commonly known as wrinkles.
 
   
As women we animate our faces so much more whenever we laugh, cry, chat, gossip, share secrets and spill beans. The very fact that our faces are so expressive causes expression lines which are early wrinkles. Most of us do not realize but have started forming expression lines even before we turn 30. This if ignored becomes static and the lines remain on our face all the time.. BOTOX® helps you get rid of early wrinkles, thereby helping you to continue looking beautiful. Apart from this, BOTOX® helps in - eyebrow shaping, correcting the droopy angle of mouth, elevation of the falling nasal tip, beautifying your neck by taking care of platysmal (neck) bands, helps get rid of smoker lines that appear as cracked lips etc. There are many other beauty possibilities with BOTOX® please do speak to your doctor about the same.
  
   
 
Q.   BOTOX® is only for rich and famous.  
A.  
a)
This is one of the popular myths. Wrinkles are not only seen in the rich & famous. Anyone who is conscious
 
of these lines may use BOTOX® to correct the wrinkles. BOTOX is also surprisingly affordable.
b)
BOTOX® is an anti aging treatment. Beauty consciousness among the people is growing across socio-
 
economic classes. People today are well informed about beauty possibilities and wrinkle treatments. Looking good makes you more confident and improves the feel good factor about self. Moreover, the cost of BOTOX® procedure can be compared with your one visit to a high end beauty parlour or to a good restaurant.
 
   
   
   
   
   
 
Q.   Will there be any marks on my face post the BOTOX session?  
A.  
The needles used for injecting BOTOX® are the finest (thinnest) needle and therefore do not cause any damage to
 
   
your skin. You may see a slight bruise which will disappear in an hour without leaving any marks behind.
  
   
 
Q.   Do I require any pain killer or antibiotic post treatment?  
A.  
The pain you may experience is very brief and transient. Doctor may sometimes use local anesthesia which can
 
   
further reduce the pain. Post procedure, there is no discomfort observed and therefore, no medication is required.
  
   
 
Q.   What are the side effects and contra indications?  
A.  
BOTOX® has been approved by the highest authority in drug control worldwide, the US FDA. In fact, BOTOX® is the
 
   
first brand in the world to have the same. BOTOX® is in clinical use for the last thirty years and is marketed worldwide in around 80 countries for 21 different varieties of indications. However you may sometimes experience some bruises, pain while being injected or sometimes transient headache. Individuals with infection at the injection site, individuals with neuromuscular disorders, pregnant and lactating mothers must avoid getting BOTOX® injected. For the complete information on BOTOX® please refer to the prescribing information.
  
   
 
Q.   Is BOTOX® a toxin? Will it affect other parts of my body?  
A.  
BOTOX® contains natural purified protein complex produced by Clostridium Botulinum bacteria. BOTOX® generally
 
   
affects 1 sq cms area from where it is injected. It virtually acts in the area it is injected and gets metabolized in the body.
  
   
 
Q.   How do you compare efficacy of BOTOX® with the creams advertised in the media?  
A.  
Lines are formed due to over activity of the muscle concerned. Creams when applied on to the skin, very
 
   
less amount of it is absorbed through the skin and gets metabolized in the skin itself and do not reach the muscle. Whereas, BOTOX® when is injected, it reaches the target muscle and brings about the changes required while creams fails to do that. Which is why you may not get results with creams even after allying it for years while you will see the results with BOTOX® in a couple of days
  
   
 
Q.   Can men take BOTOX®?  
A.  
BOTOX® is approved for the treatment of hyperkinetic lines on the face. These lines can appear in both Men &
  
   
Women. Anyone one who wants to get rid of these lines can take BOTOX®. BOTOX® is not gender biased. Similar results are seen in men and women. In fact, there is an increase in the number of men who are conscious about their looks. About 20% of BOTOX® users are men and the percentage is growing rapidly.
 
   
 
Q.   Is BOTOX® approved for cosmetic use in India?  
A.   Yes, BOTOX® is approved for use in cosmetic indications in the year 2006.  
   
 
Q.   Is BOTOX® an anti-wrinkle therapy?  
A.  
BOTOX® treatment has evolved over the years. This product is not just an anti wrinkle therapy. Today, BOTOX® is
 
   
used as a beauty enhancer with various indications being treated.
 
   
 
Q.   With BOTOX® will it be apparent that I have got face job done?  
A.  
BOTOX® will not change your looks drastically. However, it will certainly help you to continue looking beautiful. It is
 
   
important to visit a trained doctor, who uses BOTOX® only. Because he would understand your requirements better upon conducting the facial assessment.
  
   
 
Q.   Is BOTOX® right for me?  
A.  
a) Looking beautiful is not a vanity but is a necessity in today's world.
  
   
b) Anyone who has expression lines and is between 18-65 of age is likely to benefit from BOTOX®.
 
   
 
Q.   Who can administer BOTOX®?  
A.   BOTOX® has to be administered only by an Allergan trained registered medical practitioner.  
   
 
Q.   Who should not take BOTOX®?  
A.  
People with infection at the proposed site of injection, clients with neuro-muscular disorders,
 
    pregnant and lactating mothers.  
   
 
Q.   Will the procedure cause bruising or leave post injection marks?  
A.  
BOTOX® is a simple non-surgical therapy. The needles used for the facial injection of BOTOX® are the finest
 
   
(thinnest) needles used, therefore BOTOX® can rarely cause bruising. A trained practitioner can minimize even that.
 
   
 
Q.   How long will the procedure take?  
A.
BOTOX® is a simple non-surgical cosmetic procedure. It takes about 15-20 minutes of time and many get this done
 
during lunch time. This is therefore popularly known as lunch time procedure.
  
   
 
Q.   What are the preparations to take BOTOX®?  
A.  
BOTOX® is a simple non-surgical procedure. Unlike surgeries there are no preparations
 
   
required for you to take BOTOX®
  
   
 
Q.   How long will these side effects stay?  
A.  
Side effects which you may see with BOTOX® are reversible and temporary. Therefore, you might experience it for a
 
   
couple of hours. However, if it persists beyond a couple of days, it is advisable to visit your doctor.
  
   
 
Q.   Can a pregnant/lactating mother take BOTOX®?  
A.  
BOTOX® is not recommended for pregnant and lactating mothers.
  
   
 
Q.   How do we know if the doctor is giving a genuine BOTOX®?  
A.  
BOTOX® is the brand of Allergan. You may request the doctor to show you the vial before getting injected
 
   
and check for the brand name, hologram and the company name.
  
   
 
Q.   Are there any marks (ISI) that the consumer must look at before taking injections?  
A.  
BOTOX® is the brand of Allergan. You may request the doctor to show you the vial before getting BOTOX® injected
 
   
and check for the brand name and the company name. In the market, you do not have look a likes of BOTOX®, however you have other cheaper brands the doctors may use in the guise of BOTOX®. Seeing the vial in the cosmetic clinic should solve the issue.
 
   
 
Q.   What is the age at which some one can start BOTOX®?  
A.  
BOTOX® is approved for cosmetic use in the age group of 18-65 years. However, as far as safety is concerned,
 
   
in some cases BOTOX® is even recommended for children as young as two years.
  
   
 
Q.   Is it an injection or a cream?  
A.  
BOTOX® is available in injectable form. BOTOX® acts by relaxing the muscle causing lines on the face.
 
   
Therefore it has to reach the particular muscle. A cream cannot reach a specific muscle and therefore is not effective.
  
   
 
Q.   Where can I get BOTOX® done?  
A.  
BOTOX® is available at various cosmetic clinics. Please visit "Where do I get BOTOX® done?" section for more details.
  
   
 
Q.   Can I take BOTOX® on my own?  
A.  
BOTOX® can be administered by a trained medical practitioner only. Company does not recommend even an
 
   
untrained medical person to administer this facial injection.
  
   
 
Q.   Let me know some names of BOTOX® expert doctors.  
A.  
BOTOX® can be administered only by an Allergan trained medical practitioner. This website contains the names of
 
   
some of the leading doctors. You may choose to visit any of them.
 
   
 
Q.   Do they use disposable syringes?  
A.  
Allergan company recommends doctors who practice BOTOX® to maintain highest standards of safety while injecting
  
   
BOTOX® skin care treatment including the use of disposable syringes. We are happy that all our doctors follow the same.
  
   
 
Q.   What are the long term side effects?  
A.  
BOTOX® has been approved by the highest authority in drug control worldwide, the US FDA. In fact BOTOX® is the
 
   
first brand of Botulinum in the world to get the approval. BOTOX® is in clinical use for the last 30 years and is marketed worldwide in around 80 countries for 21 different indications. BOTOX® has a safety profile and is generally very well tolerated. However you may sometimes experience minimal bruise, transient pain & headache that are temporary and reversible.
  
   
 
Q.   Which are areas you can treat with BOTOX®?  
A.  
BOTOX® is basically used on the face for cosmetic indications to remove wrinkles. However, it can be used on other
 
   
areas of the body also to treat various therapeutic conditions. BOTOX is administered to treat young children with Celebral Palsy, Adults with Spasticity etc.
 
   
 
Q.   What are the post injection cares I need to follow?  
A.  
Postcare with BOTOX® is very simple. You should avoid massaging in the injected area. You should avoid
 
   
bending down or lying down. However, for more information you may speak to your cosmetic physician. Alternatively, you can call toll free number 1800 266 6768 or SMS BOTOX® to 56080
 
   
 
Q.   Can I use make-up post injections?  
A.  
You may get back to your normal life immediately after BOTOX®. For more clarity it is better to check with your
 
   
cosmetic physician.
 
   
 
Q.   Can I visit parlor post injections?  
A.  
You may get back to your normal life immediately after BOTOX®. For more clarity it is better to check with your
 
   
cosmetic physician. Alternatively our medical advisor can also speak to you.
 
   
 
Q.   Can I do facials and steaming post injections?  
A.  
You may get back to your normal life immediately after BOTOX®. For more clarity it is better to check with your
 
    cosmetic physician.  
   
 
Q.   What kind of face wash should I use post injections?  
A.  
There are no special precautions that need to be taken post BOTOX®. However, if you have sensitive skin
 
   
and you are on a skin care treatment, your cosmetic physician should be contacted.
  
   
 
Q.   Will it help improve my complexion?  
A.  
There are no conclusive evidences to claim the improvement in complexion post BOTOX®, however there are
 
   
independent reports of clients that they have experienced increase in smoothness of the skin and improvement in the skin glow.
  
   
 
Q.   What is the success rate?  
A.  
a) With BOTOX® the success rate is high.
b)
However, one must note that the safe and effective use of BOTOX® depends upon proper storage of the
 
product, selection of the correct dose, and proper reconstitution and administration techniques. To ensure proper use: Please make sure you ask the doctor to show you the vial before he injects BOTOX®. Allergan cannot promise the results if the doctor has used any Korean or Chinese toxins in the guise of BOTOX®. Your doctor would understand your requirement better in terms of quantity of drug to be used and area to be injected. Therefore, believe them and follow their instructions. It is important to take pre injection photographs so that the same can be compared with post injections. Therefore, co-operate with the doctors. It is important to visit the doctor after 14 days of the injection so that the doctor assesses the progress and takes corrective steps, if required, as the full impact of the treatment can be seen after 14 days.
 
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
 
Q.   Is it useful for growing hair?  
A.  
BOTOX® does not help in growing hair.
  
   
 
Q.   Are the rates negotiable?  
A.  
The doctors mentioned in the website or the ones we are discussing are leading private practitioners and do not
 
   
belong to Allergan. We can help you by informing you the complete addresses and contact details of a few doctors closer to your area so that you can avail BOTOX® treatment with ease. However the rates that these doctors charge vary from doctor to doctor and Allergan has no say in the same.
  
   
 
Q.   Will BOTOX® help in reducing weight?  
A.  
BOTOX® has no effect on weight reduction. However, there are doctors who use BOTOX® for facial reshaping and
 
   
improving jaw line definitions which gives the person a slim look even without losing weight.
  
   
 
Q.   Will the drug enter the system?  
A.  
BOTOX® contains natural, purified protein produced by Clostridium Botulinium bacteria A. The safe and effective use
 
   
of BOTOX® depends upon proper storage of the product, selection of the correct dose, and proper reconstitution and administration techniques. BOTOX® is site specific in action and acts in the area it is injected and gets metabolized in the body.
 
   
 
 
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