I'm scheduled to get Botox in 2 wks. I'm also scheduled to take a SIBO test soon, but test result may not be ready until AFTER I get Botox. If I am positive, I will likely need to go on both Neomycin & Xifaxin antibiotics. I heard at least Neomycin (not sure about Xifaxin) is unsafe to take with Botox. Is it safe to get Botox with the chance that I may need to start taking Neomycin & Xifaxin shortly after getting Botox? If not, how long after getting Botox should I wait to start antibiotics?
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Hello and thank you for your question. Botox is generally a safe procedure, but in the hands of an inexperienced injector, complications may occur. Side effects may include droopy eyelids or Botox migrating from the injection site to the adjacent muscles. But these are only temporary and should...
Yes, Botox can definitely change the shape of your eyebrow! You can drop the brow by injecting the lateral brow, but you don't want to get too much Botox in that area as it can cause too much of a drop in the brow. The Botox won't last as long since it's not as much as another treatment area...
