Is it okay to to consume iron and vitamin c pills before or after getting Botox?

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I just got Botox not long ago. I have mild anaemia so I usually take iron pills (folic acid pills). Is it okay to to consume iron and vitamin c pills before or after getting Botox? I also got fat reducing injections on my cheek area. Thanks!

Monica Boen, MD · Answer

Botox injections are a local treatment that goes straight into the dynamic muscles that cause wrinkles on your forehead and at the corners of your eyes. Thus, don’t worry, Botox will not be affected  by oral vitamins or iron. It is important not to take things that will thin your blood prior to your Botox treatment, such as fish oil or ibuprofen, as you can be more prone to bruising after your Botox injection. Whenever you get Botox or any other cosmetic or medical procedure, be sure to inform your board-certified dermatologist about the other therapies you’ve had and any supplements or medications you might be taking.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

Taking Iron and Vitamin C pills should have no effect on Botox results.  Likewise, fat reducing injections in the cheek should not affect Botox results.

Monika Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I understand your concern. Botox is a purified protein used to address wrinkles associated with facial expression. When injected into the skin Botox will relax the muscles and smoothen out the overlying wrinkles. The most common areas of treatment are in the upper face. These include the horizontal lines seen on the upper forehead when one raises the brows, the vertical lines seen between the brows when one frowns (frown lines), and the crow's feet seen around the eyes when one smiles. It is difficult to make an assessment without a formal exam where the entire medical history is reviewed. However, I hope the information provided here is useful.

Praven Chetty, MD · Answer

Dear xgamja:It is completely okay to take your iron and vitamin C supplements before and after your Botox treatment.  Wishing you all the best.  Dr. Chetty

Vilma Di Maria, MBBS · Answer

Thankyou for your question. There is absolutely no issue with taking Iron replacement and vit C with botox . You can feel very comfortable pursuing the botox treatments. Good luck

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