Will the Covid-19 booster cause Botox immunity?

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Hi :) I get xeomin in my jaw muscles and forehead line every few months (although lately I’ve had a break). I’ve had 2 covid shots + a booster 1 wk ago (all pfizer). I have a Botox app 2 wks from now. Is 3 wks long enough to wait after my booster to avoid Botox immunity? Or should I actually wait 10+ weeks until the booster supposedly wears off before getting Botox? Botox immunity is my worst nightmare so I’d rather be cautious even though my jaw is in desperate need of some more Botox. Thanks!

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

While there is information learned about Covid every day, at this time there is no known association between the vaccine booster and neuromodulator (Botox, Dysport, etc) immunity.  You should be fine to proceed with your treatment as it's currently scheduled.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

I am not aware of any interaction between the Covid booster and Botox (or Xeomin).  Having the Covid booster should not cause Botox immunity.

Sergio Guiteau, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. As of today, there are no documented cases of cross-immunity between the COVID 19 vaccine and Neurotoxin injections like Botox or Xeomin. That being said, out of an abundance of caution, it is probably a good idea to wait at least 2 weeks after your COVID vaccine before undergoing any cosmetic procedure with Neurotoxins. Since your Botox appointment will be 3 weeks after receiving the COVID 19 vaccine, you should be ok. I would however consult with your medical provider who is performing the procedure just to be certain. Best of luck :-)

Brandon E. Kallman, MD · Answer

Hello, it doesn't affect anything. Both shots are unrelated. 
Botox immunity is rare ( unless you are getting constant large doses of it ).

Jose A. Munoz, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi and welcome to our forum!Botox immunity is an unusual phenomenon (1-3% of patients) in which an individual develops antibodies to the injected product (botulinum toxin), rendering future injections useless. The antibodies produced by your immune system are specific to the toxin, and will not cross react with other antibodies. It may be induced by injecting excessive amounts of botox in one sitting.Covid vaccine induces production of antibodies in your immune system which specifically interfere with the fixation of the spike protein of the coronavirus to human tissues. You have 5 types of approximately 10 billion DIFFERENT antibodies!!!There should be no interference (as far as we know!).Best wishes...

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