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What is AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport) used for?
AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport) is used for the treatment of abnormal head and neck gestures, muscle contraction, cosmetic purposes, wrinkles, and cervical dystonia.
How does AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport) work?
As a botulinum neurotoxin, AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport) momentarily blocks nerve signals responsible for muscle contractions. You need to inject the liquid in the targeted muscles to reduce wrinkles, spasms, and contractions.
What are the AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport) ingredients and available forms?
The 500 Units of lyophilized abobotulinumtoxinA, 2.5 mg lactose, and sodium chloride 0.9 mg. This medication is available as an injectable liquid or powder solution.
How long does the treatment with AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport) last?
The duration of AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport) effects is for 3 to 5 months. However, the results and lasting effect depends on the person’s health, response, weight, and other factors. Regular treatment is sometimes required for long-lasting outcomes.
What are the AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport) benefits?
Here are the benefits of AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport):
What is the AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport) dosage and administration?
While the dosing varies from person to person depending on their weight, 500 unit IM of AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport) is widely available. 8 to 16 units per kg is advisable, but depends on doctor’s discretion.
What are the AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport) side effects?
The common side effects are muscle weakness, headache, reactions on the injection site, ptosis or eyelid drooping when injected between eyebrows, dry mouth, flu-like symptoms, and nausea.
What are AbobotulinumtoxinA (Dysport) precautions and contraindications?
The chemical may spread beyond the injection site. So beware of symptoms such as muscle weakness, loss of bladder control, trouble breathing or swallowing, changes in voice, drooping eyelids, etc. The use of this liquid is not advisable in people allergic to cow’s milk protein.