Can someone on a Immunosuppressant for Rheumatoid Arthritis have botox injections in their forehead? Bloodwork controlled

If your Rheumatoid Arthritis is well controlled it is fine for you to have a Botox treatment.  The product is considered to be in full effect two weeks after treatment and the results will gradually fade over 3 to 4 months.  Be sure to see an expert injector in your area to learn more.

This shouldn't be an issue as RA is not a contraindication for Botox. Confirm with your primary physician before proceeding in Botox treatment to ensure safety and see a board certified cosmetic dermatologist or plastic surgeon. Best, Dr. Emer. 

Dear tlalonde48, Thank you for your question. Rheumatoid Arthritis is not a contraindication of Botox. However, it is best you double check this with your skilled, licensed injector before proceeding. Best of luck to you! 

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  Yes it is possible to have Botox with well-controlled RA.  Hope this helps.

Botox can be used in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.  However, being on immunosuppressants could increase your risk of a skin infection if your blood counts were low.  Check with your physician prior to treatment but if your RA is well controlled and blood work is normal it should not be an issue.  Be sure to choose a expert injector.
Thanks for your question.

Hello tlalonde48,
You are safe to have Botox while on an immunosuppressant for RA when your white blood cell counts are normal. If you are immunocompromised then you should receive direction from your physician regarding risk of contracting infection in public places, and specifically a medical aesthetic clinic. I hope that answers your question!

The use of botulinum toxin in such situations (i.e. in patients on immunosuppressive medication for chronic disease), shall 'not' be an issue!

Taking an Immunosuppressant for Rheumatoid Arthritis should not have an effect on your Botox or vice versa.  That being said, make sure you speak with your doctor before getting anything done.  If you do your research to find an experienced injector, you should have nothing to worry about.  

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I always have my patients with autoimmune diseases ask their primary care physician or rheumatologist about getting any cosmetic procedures done. Having said that, none have ever been told they could not do so. There should be no reason you could not pursue treatment with Botox, but i would inform your physicians.
Best wishes,
Pamela Stuart, MD

There is no reason you cannot have Botox but it is always a good idea to let your personal physician know what procedures you are having