Botox and Augmentin antibiotic interaction?

Question

I had Botox this past Friday approx 20 units. Today I was prescribed Augmentin for a sinus infection. I was almost vomiting and I wanted to know if a drug interaction exists- or if I need to eat more with the antibiotic? I visited a Dr online through an app and forgot to tell him about the botox.!

Francis Johns, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.Augmentin is a very strong antibiotic, so it is likely that is what caused the problems with your stomach. Botox only works locally on the muscles it is injected in to. I would suggest eating something that will coat your stomach before taking the next dose of antibiotic.

Philip S. Schoenfeld, MD, FACS · Answer

You can relax!  Unfortunately, you are likely having a reaction to your Augmentin or the disease for which you are currently prescribed the antibiotic for.  It is definitely not a drug drug interaction between your Augmentin and your Botox.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

You can take Augmentin after Botox. I recommend following up with your Doctor about any side effects with Augmentin. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. There is contraindication between Augmentin and Botox. Most likely your reaction is due to the Augmentin. Eating more while taking the Augmentin may help, or you may need a new antibiotic. I recommend having a follow up with your doctor. Best of Luck!

Demetrius Evriviades, MS, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

Hi, and thank you for your query. It is not recommended that you undergo Botox whilst on Augmentin, particularly in the case of active sinusitis, however I have not heard of any interactions between Augmentin and Botox if you are put on the antibiotic following the procedure, as is the case with you. Best of luck, and I hope you feel well soon.

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. There contraindication between Augmentin and Botox. Most likely your reaction is due to the Augmentin. Eating more while taking the Augmentin may help, or you may need a new antibiotic. I recommend having a follow up with your doctor. Best of Luck!

Chad Robbins, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  I am not aware of any interaction of botox and antibiotics, you are probably sensitive to the antibiotic which isn't unusual.

Robert Whitfield, MD · Answer

Botox should not these types of side effects.  this are typically seen with antibiotics.  It is best to take those medicines as prescribed.  Many times it is important to have taken them with food.

Paul Pietro, MD · Answer

Hello cindyct01,Thank you for sharing your concern with us. There are no issues with Augmentin and Botox. Nausea and Vomiting with antibiotics are a well known side effect and should be discussed with your prescribing physician.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

It is unlikely that botox interacts with augmentin. Antibiotics can cause nausea and vomiting. You  might want to run it by your doctor.

Botox and Augmentin antibiotic interaction?

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