Why Does the Concentration of Dysport Differ from Botox?

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Latest answer by Julio Garcia, MD
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Do certain areas of the face respond better to Dysport because of differences in the concentration of Dysport compared to Botox?

11 answers to Why Does the Concentration of Dysport Differ from Botox?

Differences between Botox and Dysport

The particular type of neurotoxin made by each company is in the same family but slightly different, kind of like cholesterol lowering medications. For that reason, the dose or units used are different but they are equivalent in effect.

Julio Garcia, MD
Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

3 to 1 - Dysport VS. Botox

Both Dysport and Botox are neuromodulators and have very similar results and make-up. However, they are different and they each require their own unique dosage strengths. In our office we use the ratio: 3 units of Dysport to 1 unit of Botox. Talk with your doctor to choose which one would best suit you. Good luck!

Philip Young, MD
Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon

Different dosages for Botox and Dysport

Although, Botox and Dysport have the same mechanism of action, they are not the same product. Each product is diluted differently and has a different concentration per cc of active protein.

Missy Clifton, MD
Bentonville Dermatologist

Dysport and Botox concentration difference

Dysport and Botox are both neuromodulators and have similar chemical structure. However, they are different medications, which require different dosages to achieve similar clinical or cosmetic results. Generally, 3 units of Dysport has the same effect on the face as 1 unit of Botox. Your plastic surgeon or dermatologist will dose each treatment accordingly. Best of luck.

Houtan Chaboki, MD
Washington DC Facial Plastic Surgeon

Units of Botox Do Not Equal Units of Dysport, But The Clinical Result Is Similar

You have actually asked two completely different questions. Your first question>> Why Does the Concentration of Dysport Differ from Botox Cosmetic? More correctly, “Why are the number of Units of Botox and Dysport used, different?” This is a relatively straight forward concept, but rather difficult to explain in simple terms. Botox and Dysport are measured in “Units” of biologic activity that correspond to a lethal dose of the product in mice. The actual... more

Kenneth Dembny, II, MD
Milwaukee Plastic Surgeon

Dosing of Botox versus Dysport

The chemical structure of the two products are similar but not completely identical hence the number of units of one product are not completely equivalent on a unit to unit basis. This however does not prevent one from adjusting the number of units to achieve identical results. For the most part one can multiply the number of Botox units by three to determine the equivalent Dysport dose. There is no difference in effect between the two products once one has made this... more

Ted Brezel, MD
Long Island Dermatologist

Why is Botox Concentration Different than Dysport?

Hello. Botox and Dysport have different manufacturing processes and different FDA approvals. The number of "units" of the products are not defined by the syringe size or other measurement that we would be familiar with. Rather, what we know is that in each vial of Botox, there are 100 units of the product and in each vial of Dysport there are 300. Similarly, the FDA approved area between the eyes (glabella) requires us to use approximately 20 units of Botox or... more

Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

The dosing is different but with this the dilution is similar.

Bottom line, your experienced injector will use a Dysport dose that achieves a clinically similar treatment effect as a BOTOX service. The manufacturers for competitive reasons have implied that this would be a terribly difficult process. In reality it has proven to be very straight forward. As a consumer you should focus less on the precise dose and more on what you are looking to accomplish. I really do not like the sell by the unit offices because this means that... more

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD
Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon

Dysport Versus Botox

Botox and Dysport differ in dosing, but the effect is basically the same. On average 3 units of Dysport is equivalent to 1 unit of Botox. So be carful when people are advertising lower price unit dosing for Dypsort, since you will have to multiply that $ x 3 to equal the effect of Botox.

David Shafer, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Dysport and Botox

Dysport and Botox are made by two different companies. Dysport comes in a vial with 300 units. Botox has 100 units per vial. However, one cannot compare these products in a one to one manner as far as concentration. Different patients respond to each of these products in his or her own way. Each injector may have a different dilution technique as well. If you have responded well to one product, you may want to stick with what works. ... more

Sheri G. Feldman, MD
Beverly Hills Dermatologist

Botox Vs Dysport

The two formulations of botulinum toxin available on the market are 1: Botox (onabotulinumtoxin A) made by Allergan 2: Dysport (abobotulinumtoxin A) made by Medicis These two forms of botulinum toxin have the same effect on the neuromuscular junction. Both drugs inhibit the nerve from secreting acetylcholine. This will render the muscle is unable to contract. Botox and Dysport have their own specific characteristics. The molecular make up totally different. Each drug molecule... more