Should You Get Botox if You Are Taking a Calcium Channel Blocker?

asked 9 months ago by Brandi in LA
Latest answer by Ronald Shelton, MD
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I read that calcium channel blockers can increase the effects of botox. I currently take diltiazem, a calcium channel blocker. Is it dangerous for me to get botox if I am taking this or is it possible for me to still get it, just in smaller doses?

11 answers to Should You Get Botox if You Are Taking a Calcium Channel Blocker?

Botox injection, contraindication

I am not aware of any limitation, potential risks/complications. A candidate should not take any blood thinner ( asprin, ibuprophin and alike...). The only contraindication is for people with muscle disorders such as MS especially in the progressive phase f the desease.

Fereydoon S. Mahjouri, MD
Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon

Botox and Calcium Blockers

I am unaware of any reports that would suggest that it is unsafe for you to receive Botox if on a calcium channel blocker. I would inform your treating physician of any and all medications and medical conditions you have but this is not a contraindication.

Ted Brezel, MD
Long Island Dermatologist

Botox interaction with other medications

There is no contraindication to receive Botox if you are on a calcium channel blocker. Always make sure the physician who is doing your injections and cosmetic treatments is aware of your full medical history and all medications you take including over the counter treatments, vitamins, or supplements.

Nancy Samolitis, MD
Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon

Botox and Calcium Channel Blockers...

Absolutely! Your provider will take that into consideration when treating you. I anticipate you will be more than satisfied with your end results with Botox. Hope this helps. Dr. Grant Stevens

Grant Stevens, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Botox is not a medicine physicians are educated about to avoid with calcium channel blockers

In the past there has been mention of aminoglycosides, muscle relaxors, penicillamine and captopril, not calcium channel blockers. Some of these mentioned medications are theoretical and not proven risks, but I have never heard or read of calcium channel blockers being a problem in patients who get Botox injections.

Ronald Shelton, MD
Manhattan Dermatologist

Calcium Channel Blockers and Botox

No contraindication for administration of Botox while on Calcium Channel Blockers. Most practitioners possess an application called Epocrates on their Iphone, allowing them to immediately recognize a drug interaction, such as between Botox and Aminoglycoside antibiotics, as pointed out by Dr Jacobs. Having said that, it is very important that you notify any Dr adminiostering Botox or fillers about all medications you take, including herbal drugs, etc. Always make... more

Eugene Mandrea, MD
Chicago Dermatologist

Calcium channel blockers do not pose a problem for using Botox.

Calcium channel blockers do not pose a problem for using Botox. However each visit for Botox, or any cosmetic procedure, you should tell your dermatologist what medications you are on.

William Coleman III, MD
Metairie Dermatologic Surgeon

Botox and Dysport can be used if you are on medications

Such as calcium channel blockers. The only medications contraindicated are aminoglycoside antibiotics, and those are an IV medication that you would use in the hospital. There have never been reports of issues with patients on calcium channel blockers. Make sure your board certified dermatologist knows of all of your medical conditions and medications you are taking, including over the counter medicines and herbals as some may lead to an increased chance of... more

Carolyn Jacob, MD
Chicago Dermatologic Surgeon

www.chicagodermatology.com

Should You Get Botox if You Are Taking a Calcium Channel Blocker

Hello, I would never hesitate injecting botox while a patient is on a calcium channel blocker. I have never seen a problem arise in this situation. Best, Dr. Malouf

Peter Malouf, DO
Dallas Dermatologist

mytotalskincare.com

Botox and Calcium Channel Blockers

There have been no reports of adverse events in patients on calcium channel blockers who received Botox treatments. Your injecting provider should be made aware of your complete medical history and ALL prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking.