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BOTULINUM TOXIN
TYPE A - INJECTIONS FOR SWEATING
Searching for
an answer?
Commonly asked
questions and answers about BOTOX®
treatment for severe primary underarm sweating that is inadequately
managed with topical agents.
Is BOTOX® treatment right
for me?
Your healthcare provider can help you decide if BOTOX®
treatment is right for you.
In order to make the right treatment decision, you should discuss the
following with
your healthcare provider before receiving BOTOX®
injections:
You should tell your healthcare
provider if:
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You are allergic to BOTOX®
product or anything in the preparation
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You have a neuromuscular disease
such as amyothrophic lateral sclerosis,
motor neuropathy, myasthenia gravis, of Lambert-Eaton syndrome
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You have an infection at the
intended site of injection
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You are taking antibiotics or other
drugs, such as curare, that may interfere
with neuromuscular transmission
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You are being treated with any
medications
How long does a BOTOX® treatment last?
In a recent clinical study, the median duration of response in BOTOX®
patients was
201 days or 6.7 months (i.e., half of the patients has a treatment
duration of at least
201 days or 6.7 months). It is not a cure; your symptoms will return
gradually, and
you will know when the time is right for another treatment. Your
healthcare provider
will recommend a treatment strategy to ensure that you receive the best
possible results
with BOTOX® treatment.
What happens if I decide to stop treatment?
If you decide not to have further treatment, there will be no lasting
change in the treated
areas. The effects of BOTOX®
treatment will gradually wear off, and your underarm
sweating will resume.
Important safety information:
BOTOX®
treatment is contraindicated in the presence of infection at the
proposed injection
site(s) and in individuals with known hypersensitivity to any ingredient
in the formulation.
Patients with neuromuscular functional disorders (e.g., myasthenia
gravis or Lambert-Eaton syndrome) should only receive BOTOX®
treatment with caution. Patients with neuromuscular disorders may be at
increased risk of clinically significant systemic effects including
difficulty swallowing and breathing difficulties with typical does of
BOTOX®.
How can I find out if my insurance
covers BOTOX® treatment?
For years, Allergan has been helping patients and physicians get answers
to their health
insurance coverage questions through the BOTOX® ADVANTAGE Program. Allergan
also has more than a decade of experience with reimbursement for BOTOX®
treatment.
The BOTOX® ADVANTAGE Program works with a growing number of insurance
carriers and healthcare providers to facilitate the reimbursement
process. To find out
how BOTOX® is covered under your insurance plan, call the BOTOX® ADVANTAGE
Reimbursement Hotline, toll-free, at 1-800-530-6680, Monday through
Friday,
from 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern time.
Additionally, Hotline representatives will help physicians and patients
research alternative coverage fir those who do not have insurance. If
alternative coverage is not available, Hotline representatives will help
determine if you qualify for the BOTOX® Patient Assistance Program. This
program is available to all patients who lack insurance coverage and
demonstrate financial need.
Where can I learn more about severe primary underarm sweating?
Your healthcare provider is the best source of information about your
condition and its treatment. The International Hyperhidrosis Society is
also an excellent resource for information and support. Visit the
International Hyperhidrosis Society Web site at
www.SweatHelp.org.
As is true of all
medications in medical treatment, there is always the possibility of a
new
or
unexpected risk.
If
you’ve forgotten what it’s like to live without excessive sweating, Dr. Lynne Carr
Columbus
understands. She is here to help.
If you have any questions whatsoever regarding
botulinum
and whether or not it may be helpful for your pain,
please do not hesitate to ask Dr.
Columbus
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