Is botox safe a couple months before IVF?

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After a failed IVF treatment I'm looking to do a refresher treatment of botox. I initially stopped doing it about 4-5 months before the first IVF. I am planning on trying another round of IVF in late august early September. Is is safe to do a small amount of botox now?

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question,  If you are attempting to concieve I recommend to avoid Botox treatments during that time. If you are taking time off from IVF I do not see the harm. Perhaps you will consider an appointment with your injector to discuss your current scenario. Best,

Ali Sajjadian, MD, FACS · Answer

Botox is not recommended and is contraindicated for anyone is trying to conceive, is pregnant or is breast feeding.If you are planning to concieve I would not recommend it as we are not certain of its effects.Best wishes,Dr Sajjadian

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

If you are currently not trying to concieve then you are okay. but if you are planning in the near future I would avoid it, just to be on the safe side.  Althogh, I still do not feel it affects pregnancy in the slight bit, I still stay conservative with my patients and do not allow them to do anything cosmetic when they are pregnant, nursing, or planning to becoming pregnant.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Stephen Weber MD, FACS · Answer

If you're planning to wait several months before IVF this should not create an issue for you. Botox itself is cleared from your body relatively quickly after treatment even though the effects persist for 3-4 months. I hope this information is helpful for you.Stephen Weber MD, FACSDenver Facial Plastic Surgeon

Arthur M. Cambeiro, MD · Answer

Botox is not recommended for anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding.  If you are actively planning an IVF I would recommend for you to wait.  It is always best to see your board certified plastic surgeon for your BOTOX injections.

Is botox safe a couple months before IVF?

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