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Bryan K. Chen, MD answers: Which eye drops are best for droopy eyelid due to Botox?

Which eye drops are best for droopy eyelid due to Botox?


Bryan K. Chen, MD
10 months ago

Drooping of the eylid as a result of Botox injections typically improves spontaneously by 4-6 weeks, but can last up to 3 months.

Certain medications can stimulate a certain eyelid-lifting muscle (Muller's muscle) to counteract the effect of Botox.  Use of either Iopidine (apraclonidine) or phenylephrine (10%) can help with droopy eyelids until the botox wears off.

 

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