I am over 2 weeks post my first botox appt and 1 week post touch-up. I recently began a liver cleanse and last night and this morning ingested magnesium sulfate (a total of 6-7 teaspoons) I just came across literature stating people taking this should not have Botox. Is it only at the time of injection or do I have something to be concerned about?
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February 14, 2012
Answer: Magnesium citrate or sulfate and Botox interaction
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Ron Shelton, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Thank you for your question. Botox lasts about 3-4 months. Botox works by binding to nerve endings, preventing them from contracting. The body metabolizes Botox through the liver and kidney excretion. Other alternatives to Botox are Xeomin or Dysport. I recommend having a consultation with an ex...
No, the effects of neurotoxins, Botox, Dysport and Xeomin are all temporary. The neurotoxins weaken the muscles causing unwanted lines and wrinkles with the effects peaking at about 3-5 days and lasting about 3 months or so. The droopy eyelid is most likey the result of Botox...
You needn't be concerned about the tightness of the forehead from wearing a pony tail or the direction of the pulling after Botox treatment in the forehead. The doctor will inject the botox to the correct muscle areas and the botox will bind to the correct sites no...