Botox is a pure protein, which means that it cannot be replicated and is slowly metabolized by the body. It is injected into the skin, not into the bloodstream, and its effects are temporary. The amount of Botox needed to cause symptoms of botulism is thousands of times greater than the amount used for cosmetic injections into the face. Generally, Botox lasts for three to four months, and any side effects should go away within a few days.
A recent study by the University of Wisconsin-Madison has raised questions about how Botox works in the body. It has been found that the drug can move between nerve cells, increasing the likelihood of migration occurring in humans. Strategies have been developed to prevent Botox from spreading to other areas and thinning the blood. Before getting a Botox injection, it is important to make sure that you are a suitable candidate for it.
If you have a skin infection where you plan to get a Botox shot, you won't be able to continue as well. You also won't be able to perform strenuous activities hours after the Botox injection. If you are allergic to any ingredient that makes Botox or any other botulinum toxin product, you cannot have this procedure. Botox was originally developed in 1987 to provide relief to those suffering from uncontrollable muscle spasms (blepharospasm), specifically around the eye. It can also block the nerves that are responsible for activating sweat glands, meaning that you won't be able to sweat excessively or at all.
Additionally, it can prevent problems with breathing after being injected in the face. It is important to remember that Botox does not last forever and its effects will wear off over time. There are currently no alternatives to Botox that are as effective. So, if you want to take advantage of its benefits, you should be aware that it will not stay in your body forever.
