Xeomin®
Xeomin® is composed of botulinum toxin type A, a naturally occurring protein that is produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. Xeomin is injected into the affected muscles in order to reduce their activity. Xeomin works by weakening the muscle making it unable to contract and create wrinkles. This is achieved by inhibiting a body chemical called acetylcholine from signaling all of the nerves within the muscle to contract.
The number of injections necessary will vary from patient to patient, depending upon the number of muscles affected and the severity of the condition. The results of treatment with Xeomin are usually seen after one week and last, on the average, 12-16 weeks.
Applications for Xeomin Injectable
Medically, Xeomin injectable is used to treat excessive underarm sweating; symptoms of TMJ; and muscle spasms. Cosmetically, Xeomin injections are used to treat the following:
- Forehead furrows
- Scowl lines
- Frown lines
- Crow's feet
- Bunny lines
- Skin bands on the neck
- Lip turndown
- Nostril flare
- Nose turndown
Risks of Xeomin Treatment
While an effective medication for muscle spasms, treatment with Xeomin carries certain risks.
- Pain
- Infection
- Inflammation
- Tenderness
- Swelling
- Redness
- Bleeding
- Bruising
- Blurred vision
- Drooping eyelids