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I Am Taking Minocyline for Perioral Dermatitis. Is It Safe to Have Botox?

asked 1 year ago by Audreymay in Airdrie
Latest answer by Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Question viewed 399 times
Tags: dermatitis, Minocyline, safety, tetracycline

I am 45 years old and have been on minocyline for approximately 4 years, I would like to have Botox and wondered if this was safe? Thank you

14 answers to I Am Taking Minocyline for Perioral Dermatitis. Is It Safe to Have Botox?

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Antibiotics with Botox?

Hi Audrey. No need to worry as the anitbiotic you are taking will not interfere with your Botox injections. Make sure to let your MD know about all themedications and supplements you are taking as some can have a much higher probablility of leading to bruising. Good luck.
Harold J. Kaplan, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

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No problem to have Botox when taking Minocycline

You should have no concerns in taking Minocycline while having Botox injections for muscle relaxation. There is no interaction between the metabolism of the Minocycline (Minocin) antibiotic and Botulinum toxin. The Botox works by acting as a competitive inhibitor of the neurotransmitter between the muscle and nerve. In other words, the Botox molecule looks similar to the normal chemical that is transmitted as a signal between the nerve and muscle which makes the muscle move.  When Botox... more
Ronald Shelton, MD

Manhattan Dermatologist
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Minocycline and Botox

There is no problem having a Botox treatment at the same time as you are taking minocyline.  The main side effect to be aware of concerning minocyline is photosensitivity -- therefore, be sure to be careful in the sun and always apply sunscreen.
Deborah Sarnoff, MD

New York Dermatologic Surgeon
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No problem!

Botox and minocycline will have no negative interaction on each other.  In fact, if your perioral dermatitis tends to become worse with sweating, as some patients note, the botox may actually help slightly as it stops sweating in addition to treating wrinkles.
Victoria W. Serralta, MD

Arlington Dermatologic Surgeon
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Botox and Minocycline

There is no contraindication for Botox injections and Minocycline or any other form of Tetracycline.  It is very important to inform your injecting doctor of your medications.  But you are good to go.
Lisa Kates, MD

Annapolis Dermatologist
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Botox & Minocycline

Yes, it is safe to have Botox for a patient who regularly takes minocycline. However, minocycline increases the likelihood for Hyperpigmentation. While it is unlikely, Hyperpigmentation may occur at needle point of entry.
Peter L. Kopelson, MD

Beverly Hills Dermatologic Surgeon
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Minocycline and Botox are safe

Absolutely safe!  Minocycline will not interfere with your Botox treatment (they do not cross-react), so it is safe to use together.  There are other classes of antibiotics which should not be taken while having botox injections, but minocycline is not one of them.  It is always best to let you doctor know what medications you are on.  Best, Dr. Margaret Mann
Margaret Mann, MD

Cleveland Dermatologic Surgeon
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Botox and minocycline is safe

This is safe combination. Taking minocycline for such a long time should be reevaluated with your dermatologist, though. see video
Robert Kasten, MD

Mainz Dermatologic Surgeon
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Minocycline and Botox

Minocycline will not interfer with Botox injections. Enjoy the changes that Botox will provide safely and effectively.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Botox and abx

There is no reason that you could not get neurotoxin- either dysport or botox. There is no cross reactivity between the two treatments.
Purvisha Patel, MD

Germantown Dermatologist
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No contraindications for Botox injections while on minocycline

Botox and minocycline do not cross-react, so it is safe to use them together.  The needle used to inject Botox is very thin.  Although there is a possibility of trauma inducing minocycline pigmentation, the trauma of the Botox injection to the skin is minimal.
Emily Altman, MD

Short Hills Dermatologic Surgeon
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Botox & Minocyclin

Minocyclin is a form of Tetracyclin antibiotic. It will not interfere with Botox. Dr. Behnam.
Ben Behnam, MD

Santa Monica Dermatologic Surgeon
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Antibiotics (minocycline) and Botox

     Yes, minocycline (a medication of the tetracycline class of antibiotics) is safe to be taking while having Botox injections.      The class of antibiotics that patients should not be taking when having Botox injections are those of the aminoglycoside class. Some of the most common (oral) aminoglycoside antibiotics are amikacin, gentamicin, tobramycin, and streptomycin.       It is always best to tell your... more
Monika Kiripolsky, MD

San Diego Dermatologic Surgeon
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Minocycline will not interfere with BOTOX® treatment

Minocycline will not interfere with BOTOX® treatment. Kevin Smith MD FRCPC Niagara Falls Ontario
Kevin C. Smith, MD

Niagara Falls Dermatologic Surgeon

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