Why Does Botox Make Me Sick?

your side effects have been listed in those noted from participants in the Botox trials during FDA testing, both in those receiving Botox and those receiving placebo. What is conerning, is that you h ad several together and the same symptoms were repeated subsequently.  This would argue against a technique-related problem of injecting the Botox in to a blood vessel and generating a systemic response. You may have a unique reaction and I would suggest that you never have it again. The same may occur with Dysport or Xeomin botulinum toxin.  This may not be an allergic reaction so even if testing by an allergist is found to be negative I would not recommend you try it again as there is not a clear understanding of what is contributing to your symptoms.

I am sorry to hear about your problem. My first concern is whether you were injected with Botox manufactured by Allergan as opposed to grey market materials. Were you injected by a board certified dermatologist or plastic surgeon? If so and the Allergan product was used, your doctor should report this to tbe manufacturer on your behalf. Have you tried Dysport instead? If you weren't treated by a board certified surgeon, I would encourage you to meet with one to discuss your options.

Besides the thorough feedback from the panel, be certain to report your symptoms/concerns to your practitioner so that they may document this as well and report this to Allergan, the manufacturer of Botox.  He/she should also be able to discuss other options.