Can you take antibiotics after botox injections?

Sure, you can take an antibiotic after your botox injection. They do not interfere with each other. We suggest our patients do the following post any dermal injection. I hope you find this helpful. ThanksPOST DERMAL FILLER & NEUROTOXIN INJECTION INSTRUCTIONS 

·       Reactions to dermal fillers including redness swelling cruising and tenderness after the injection are not uncommon and may last up to one week following treatment. If any of these symptoms persist longer than a week, or if you develop other symptoms, please contact our office at 401.453.0120.





·       Cold compresses may be used following treatment to reduce swelling and reduce soreness. You may take Tylenol following treatment to alleviate any discomfort you may have.





·       Avoid taking aspirin, Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, Aleve, Nuprin, Gingko Biloba, St. John’s Wort and high doses of Vitamin E for approximately 5 days after the treatment, as these may cause an increased risk of bleeding or bruising at the injection site.





·       Make up may be applied within a few hours after treatment if no complications are present, such as: open wounds, bleeding or infection.





·       To avoid any risk of filler movement from the intended site, patients should avoid the following for 24 to 48 hours:





o   Strenuous exercise



o   Sleeping directly on face or side of face



o   Oral sex





·       For the first 24 hours following treatment, extensive sun or heat exposure and alcoholic beverages may cause a temporary increase in redness, bruising or swelling at the injection sites. If sun exposure is unavoidable, use a sun block with an SPF of 30 or greater.





·       Avoid taking aspirin, Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, Aleve, Nuprin, Gingko Biloba, St. John’s Wort and high doses of Vitamin E for approximately 5 days after the treatment, as these may cause an increased risk of bleeding or bruising at the injection site.

Thank you for your question. There are no contraindications between most antibiotics and Botox.  I recommend having a follow up with your doctor. You can take antibiotics following botox without a problem. If you're not feeling well I would wait on your botox until you're well. If you're wondering if antibiotics are indicated following botox, then no, it is not normal to take antibiotics at all just for botox. Hope that helps. Best of Luck!