I have heard varying information regarding how long a vial of Botox lasts after it is reconsituted with saline. I know the manufacturers say use within 4 hours, I have heard use within 2 weeks and also even longer. Does anyone know or tried using the Botox after different lengths of time?
October 13, 2009
Answer: Botox Longevity After Reconstitution Hi Mixibunny, In the early days of Botox use, we scheduled "Botox days" so that we could use the mixed Botox within the four to eight hours. As time went on, many practioners have found that when refrigerated, Botox remained effective for much longer time periods. Now that Botox injections are so popular, most practioners seldom have mixed Botox around for more than a few days. Beyond two weeks on the shelve, you may want to consider treating your mother in-law with the older Botox batch. Good luck and be well. Dr. P
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October 13, 2009
Answer: Botox Longevity After Reconstitution Hi Mixibunny, In the early days of Botox use, we scheduled "Botox days" so that we could use the mixed Botox within the four to eight hours. As time went on, many practioners have found that when refrigerated, Botox remained effective for much longer time periods. Now that Botox injections are so popular, most practioners seldom have mixed Botox around for more than a few days. Beyond two weeks on the shelve, you may want to consider treating your mother in-law with the older Botox batch. Good luck and be well. Dr. P
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October 13, 2009
Answer: Period of Efficacy of Botox Vial It depends on how the Botox is reconstituted. If preservative-free saline is used, then it does have to be used within a few hours. If bacteriostatic saline is used, then the Botox will last 2 weeks or longer.
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October 13, 2009
Answer: Period of Efficacy of Botox Vial It depends on how the Botox is reconstituted. If preservative-free saline is used, then it does have to be used within a few hours. If bacteriostatic saline is used, then the Botox will last 2 weeks or longer.
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