Each bottle needs to be mixed by the doctor's office

Richard P. Rand, MD answers: Does a vial of Botox come pre-mixed?

I have heard Botox has to be mixed each time it is used. Is this true, or does it come pre-mixed? Thanks.


Richard P. Rand, MD
10 months ago
By Richard P. Rand, MD - Seattle Plastic Surgeon

Botox comes from the manufacturer as a dry powder in a small vial. It needs to be reconstituted to its active form by the office using it. The concentration can vary depending on how much saline is added to the 100 unit vial.

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