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Does a Vial of Botox Come Pre-mixed?

I have heard Botox has to be mixed each time it is used. Is this true, or does it come pre-mixed? Thanks.

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Dr. Darrick E. Antell, MD, FACS
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Dr. Sanjay Grover, MD, FACS
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Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS
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Dr. Michael A. Persky, MD
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Dr. Michael A. Persky, MD
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Dr. David Shafer, MD, FACS
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Dr. David Shafer, MD, FACS
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Dr. David A. F. Ellis, MD
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Dr. Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
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