Botox and Tetralysal? I just had Botox done a week ago and realized that I was on Lymecycline for acne. Does this matter?

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I just had Botox done a week ago and realized that I was on Lymecycline for acne. Does this matter?

Sam Naficy, MD, FACS · Answer

You shouldn't have an issue with Botox while on an antibiotic - be sure you follow up with your provider and keep them informed of any unwanted side effects.

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

This medication is in the class of tetracyclin antibiotics and compatible with Botox. It is used for Chlamydia infections, acne, and bronchitis, among others and does not affect Botox efficacy.

Cameron Rokhsar, MD, FAAD · Answer

Botox that is injected does not travel systemically, and therefore it does not "interact" with any medications.

Jo Herzog, MD · Answer

Taking antibiotics is no problem when having Botox. There is no relationship between them and you need not be concerned.

Botox and Tetralysal? I just had Botox done a week ago and realized that I was on Lymecycline for acne. Does this matter?

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