Can Botox cause headaches?

Botox is an approved injection for migraine headaches and even depression but sadly it can also cause headache as a side effect. I hope you feel better soon.Best WishesDr. Shanthala

Thank you for your question and I'm sorry to hear you're experiencing a negative side effect. Unfortunately, headaches can be an unfortunate symptom of Botox, but this should subside over time. If you continue to experience pain, you can follow up with your injector.

While it's possible to have headaches after Botox, it usually won't last for several weeks. If you keep having headaches, I suggest seeing your Doctor for a formal evaluation. Botox results resolve in 3-4 months. Best, Dr. Emer

Yes, Botox can cause headaches, but it is also used to alleviate headaches. The headaches occur mostly when the needle sometimes inadvertently hits the berve endings close to the bone..

After a few weeks, this is unlikely due to your Botox treatment. If it persists, I recommend following up again with your doctor. Botox results resolve in 3-4 months. Hope this helps.

While Botox can sometimes cause headaches, the headaches will usually begin a few days after the procedure rather than starting 2 weeks later.  Additionally, headaches that continue six weeks after a treatment is unusual as the headaches tend to subside over time.  I would recommend scheduling a follow-up visit with your provider to go over your results and discuss your headache related symptoms.  

Hello! hope you're having a great day!! yes it is possible, I recommend my patients to not get their heads down for at least 24 hours after the injections, to prevent headaches. But usually they don't last that long, consult with your doctor/injector to check what's happening. And remember that botox lasts for at least 3-5 months, before it starts to dissolve.  

Good Afternoon and thank you for your question. A side effect of Botox®/Dysport® treatments may be a headache post treatment put that typically resolves within 24-48 hours. It is important for you to contact the physician's office that conducted the treatment so you may receive a proper evaluation. Best of luck to you.

Botox can cause headaches. It not usual but they can occur. Usually may last several weeks.  Heat oftentimes relieves the discomfort.

It is unfortunate but headaches do occur sometimes after a treatment using Botox. It is rare but it does occur from time to time. I believe this is related to the irritation of the nerves that are in the forehead area and this is where the headaches normally start. Applying warm, moist compresses helps to alleviate the headache and these do seem to go away after a few weeks. Good luck from New York City