I Am on Amoxcillin for a Chest Infection and I Have Had a Botox Injection in Forehead. Is This Ok?

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Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

In general, you should avoid the following prior to having a treatment with Botox:

	1) NSAIDS
	2) Ibuprofen
	3) Vitamin E
	4) Various Herbs and supplements (check with your provider on their recommendations)

	The above may increase the likelihood of developing bruising. An antibiotic such as Amoxicillin will not interfere at all with your Botox treatment. I hope this helps, and good luck!

Sam Naficy, MD, FACS · Answer

The two wouldn't be contraindicated, cosmetic Botox injections and taking an antibiotic at the same time. For all contraindications, please visit the website below.

Paul S. Nassif, MD · Answer

Having Botox injections performed while on Amoxicillin should not be a problem. The antibiotic will not interfere with your procedure at all. I hope this helps, and I wish you the best of luck!

Tanveer Janjua, MD · Answer

Amoxicillin does not react with Botox in any way. However keep in mind that Botox can cause 'flu like symptoms' in some patients. So, if you feel those symptoms a day after getting Botox ,those are temporary and you do not need any antibiotics for those symptoms.

	Regards

	Dr. J

	Disclaimer: This answer is not intended to give a medical opinion and does not substitute for medical advice. The information presented in this posting is for patients’ education only. As always, I encourage you to see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

There is no problem with getting a Botox treatment while taking amoxacillin.  Your results should not be affected in any way by the antibiotic.

Mireille Chae, MD · Answer

Being on amoxicillin should not affect the Botox injection in the forehead.  There is no known interaction between the two, amoxicillin and Botox. 

	(This answer is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for medical advice. The information presented in this posting is for patients’ general education only.  Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider for further evaluation of your individual case.)

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Amoxicillin should not have any effect on Botox injections. It should be fine.  Good luck with your Botox.

Channing R. Barnett, MD · Answer

It is alright for you to be taking amoxicillin and undergo botox injections. The antibiotic will not interfere with your Botox injections.

Benjamin Barankin, MD, FRCPC · Answer

There is absolutely no problem to receive amoxicillin or any other antibiotic for a chest infection, and then get or have had a Botox treatment. The two are mutually exclusive things. Dr. Benjamin Barankin, Toronto Dermatology Centre.

Scott Barr, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question. 

	There is no adverse effect on your Botox treatment from amoxicillin.  

	Your botox will be in full effect within 7 to 10 days of the time it was administered. 

	All the best,  Dr. S. Barr, MD, FRCSC

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