Side effects of Botox for blepharospasm

How long before my eyelid stops drooping and the double vision goes away following a Botox injection for blepharospasm?

2 answers to “Side effects of Botox for blepharospasm”

A: Botox problems

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD

It depends how much of droopiness and eye movement weakness you have. The double vision may be worse if you are tired. It may last anywhere from 2 weeks to 3-4 months. The double vision tends to go away faster than the droopy eyelid. You can get temporary eyelid raising by using over the counter drops for... more

A: Botox for blepharospasm

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

I have seen Botox "overshoot" for two weeks after injection and if you are in this early phase, you may soon see a lightening of the Botox effect especially if this is your first time. In the event that the dose may be excessive for your particular condition, it is important that you relate this to... more

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