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Artefan Tablets 20/120 mg 24's
KSh 55.00
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Alerid Syrup 30ml
KSh 90.00
Botox (Botulinum) 100iu Inj
KSh 47,999.00
Botox 100iu Injection is a purified form of botulinum toxin type A, derived from Clostridium botulinum bacterium. It is used for therapeutic and cosmetic purposes to relax muscles by blocking acetylcholine release. It comes in a single-use vial and should be mixed with saline solution before use. Contains 100 units of Botulinum toxin type A per vial.
Specialist Medications
Suggested Use
Botox 100iu Injection is used to treat various conditions.
- It can help prevent chronic migraines in adults who experience headaches for at least 15 days a month, lasting 4 hours or longer each day.
- It is also effective in managing spasticity in adults, particularly in the upper limbs after a stroke.
- It can treat abnormal head position and neck pain caused by cervical dystonia.
- Botox is also used to treat abnormal eyelid spasms and misalignment of the eyes in patients aged 12 and older.
- It can also help with overactive bladder symptoms such as urinary incontinence, urgency, and frequency in adults who do not respond well to anticholinergic medication.
- Botox is also used to manage severe primary axillary hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) that is not adequately controlled with topical agents.
- Lastly, it provides temporary improvement in the appearance of frown lines between the eyebrows and crow’s feet around the eyes in adult patients.
Warning
- Before administering Botox, it’s important to check if the patient is allergic to botulinum toxin or any ingredients in the product and to ensure there is no infection at the injection site.
- Botox can have effects that extend beyond where it is injected, potentially leading to serious issues like trouble swallowing and breathing.
- Side effects may include pain, swelling, and drooping eyelids.
- Caution is advised for patients with neuromuscular conditions or those on specific medications.
- Pregnant women should only consider Botox if the benefits are greater than the risks, as its impact on breastfeeding is not known. Regular checks for side effects are essential.
