Home Botox Side Effects: What Are Possible Side Effects Of Home Botox?

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Generally speaking the danger in using Botox is fairly low and the possible side effects are generally not life threatening.  In the event that there are any side effects from a home Botox treatement they will typically only last 6 months at a maximum, because Botox treatments are temporary.

People with neuromuscular disorders should consult with their physician carefully before having a treatment, as cardiovascular problems may arise. Likewise, those with cardiovascular disease should also pay special attention.

Many people at first think that there is a danger in injecting a product that is derived from a toxin, but it is generally speaking fairly safe and has been in use for some time.

Some patients have been known to experience the side effects of Botox of bruisng at the location of where the Botox was injected.

The most common Botox side effects from Botox include:

  • Headache (13.3%)
  • Respiratory infection (3.5%)
  • Temporary eyelid droop (3.2%)
  • Nausea (3.0%)
  • Flu syndrome (2.0%)

Blepharoptosis is consistent with the pharmacologic action of BOTOX® Cosmetic and may be technique related. In rare occurences BOTOX® cosmetic can spread into neighboring muscles and cause temporary paralysis. In less that 1% of patients, this can cause drooping of the eyelid.

Less frequently side effects of BOTOX® occurring (<3%) adverse reactions included pain in the face, erythema at the injection site, and muscle weakness. These events are thought to be associated with the injection and occurred within the first week.