Had botox in beginning of May. I was able to drive my car up until five days later. Will I ever be able to drive again

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Had botox in my lower leg for tight calf muscle spacisity right below my knee and other areas of my leg I was able to drive up till 5 days later now I can't will I ever be able to drive again

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  I am sorry to hear about your issues with Botox and your leg spasticity.  Fortunately, Botox effects are only temporary.  It starts to work 2-3 days after injection, reaches maximum effect at 7-10 days, and typically resolves at 3-4 months.  Certainly let you injector know of your symptoms, as they can best tailor your treatment with this information

Rachel Nazarian, MD · Answer

It's certainly unfortunate, but sometimes it takes time to tailor the right amount, and right injection points, for your Botox injections. Because it sounds like your muscles are relaxed too much to allow for usage while driving, perhaps less units should be used next time. The effects should wear off in about 3 months, but you may see gradual improvement starting in two.

Steven F. Weiner, MD · Answer

It appears you got too much Botox. This problem will last about 3-4 months usually, but you could start to get partial strength in about 6 weeks. It will not be permanent.

Calvin Lee, MD · Answer

Botox usually works in a reversible fashion.Your problem, in my opinion, needs to be assessed in person by your Botox injector / doctor.The duration of Botox effects vary depending on the dose and location injected.  But in general full Botox effects last about 3-4 then dwindles down so that your muscles act similarly to before getting Botox.Thank you for your question. 
Without having seen you in person, I'm answering the best I can without
physical examination info.  My comments
are meant for a general public discussion to help others who may have similar
concerns.  I'm also using my answers to
build up library of information for my own patients and also to see how my
answers compare with other doctors. 
There is always much for us to learn from each other.  My answers are generalized medical
information only, not directed medical advice. 
For medical advice please see your doctor/surgeon in person.Best wishes.Calvin Lee, MDModesto, California

Had botox in beginning of May. I was able to drive my car up until five days later. Will I ever be able to drive again

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