How to Flush Botox from System?

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My neurologist gave me Botox injections for chronic migraine - 100 unit is base of skull, neck & shoulders. This was 6 days ago. My neck is very stiff and hard to move. My head feels so heavy that I do not want to lean forward. Is there any way to lessen the effects more quickly than waiting it out? I am desperate to undo this but cannot find any resolution. I am open to any/all suggestions. Thank you!

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Not everyone is a good candidate for Botox when it comes to migraines. There isn't anything you can do to speed this process but give it time to wear off, Botox lasts 3-4 months but I suggest on advising your medical provider about this issue.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

Folks, please remember that there are far better and safer treatment for migraines than BOTOX. BOTOX is only recommended when these first and second line treatments fail. However, 100 units or more are significant treatments with real systemic side effects. The side effects are more than just an inconvenience. There are very scary and can persist for months. Please see your injecting neurologist to discuss the management of your side effects. You might benefit from a neck brace. The side effects will wear off but it can take months.

Ramona Behshad, MD · Answer

Time is the only antidote for botox, and there is no way to flush it out of your system. I would return to your neurologist to discuss managing your symptoms.

Francis R. Palmer, III, MD (retired) · Answer

Botox weakens muscles and is absorbed within minutes. Following that, the neuromuscular junctions must slowly re-create which happens over 3 months. You should follow up with the neurologist and take about ways to manage the symptoms.

F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

Botox is not always a great option for migraines and the pros/cons must be fully discussed before proceeding because a higher unit dosage is used. There is no way to remove Botox from your system or make your body metabolize it faster. So you have to wait it out. Definitely follow-up with your neurologist to discuss the outcome, but Botox just may not be the right option for you.

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How to Flush Botox from System?

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