Botox for Sweating - How Long Do the Effects Last?

Botox is used for excessive sweating for focal hyperhidrosis of the axilla, groin, forehead, and inguinal crease. Botox works to inhibit the release of acetylcholine at the nerve synapse.

The longevity of botox depends on the regenerative capacity of the nerve synapse. In most cases, Botox will last about 4 to 6 months for hyperhidrosis.

There are many effective ways to limit the pain associated with Botox injections to the axilla. Discuss these with your surgeon. Hyperhidrosis may also benefit by non-Botox treatments, including thoracic sympathectomy.

If you plan to use BOTOX® as a regular therapy for excessive
sweating, you can expect to return for about two to three visits a year,
depending on how you respond to the treatment. Results can last anywhere from three
to six months depending on a number of variables that are hard to account for.
You should look for a facility with certified staff and the oversight of an MD,
and they’ll be able to walk you through the process, answering whatever
questions or concerns you may have about the treatment.

Typically when botox is used to treat sweating, the effect will last approximately 4 months. Some patients get more and some get less. Botox is very useful at reducing underarm sweating. It is less predictable when treating sweaty palms or soles.- Dr. Bryson Richards