Does an antihistamine help or hurt botox injections?

Question

Since Biotox is basically a toxin, how do antihistamines effect before and after? Also pseudophedrin, does it help or hinder the procedure? Thank you!

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Medications like antihistamines and pseudoephedrine do not compromise botox treatments.  You should avoid medications like aspirin, advil and alcohol a few days prior to a procedure to reduce the risk of bruising.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question.  Antihistamines will not impact the duration or effects of Botox.  Hope this helps.

Kevin M. Robertson, MD, FACS · Answer

Botox is not influenced by antihistamines. And since there is not really any inflammation kicked off by the drug or by the injection, there is no reason to add an antihistamine to injections. Obviously if you use antihistamines for other reasons they can be continued. Same with Sudafed

The only drug that has shown some influence is zinc. There have been a couple of reports that imply zinc taken before Botox injections might extend the efficacy

The only drug that has shown some influence is zinc.  There have been a couple of reports that imply zinc taken before Botox injections might extend the efficacy

Christian N. Ford, MD · Answer

Thank you for your excellent question.  The use of antihistamines and pseudoephedrine will not affect the results of your Botox.  Enjoy your Botox!  Hope this helps and best wishes!

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. None of these medications will have any effect on Botox. If you have any concerns speak with your injector about them.

Keith Denkler, MD · Answer

Botox injections would not be affected by antihistamines taken before or after.  Pseudoephedrine would also be safe to take with Botox injections.

Melvin Elson, MD · Answer

Botox is not affected in any way by antihistamines or pseudoephedrine.  so if you are needing to take them for whatever reason you can continue

Benjamin J. Cousins, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Antihistamines and /or pseudophedrin should have no effect on the Botox. Best see an experienced Board Certified injector for best results and outcomes.Best wishes,Benjamin J. Cousins MD

Shaun Patel, MD · Answer

Neither of the medications you have listed will have any effect on your Botox injection. Enjoy your Botox results!

Nicholas Tarola, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Neither of these medications will have any effect on your Botox injections.  Speak with your injector/physician about any and all concerns.

Does an antihistamine help or hurt botox injections?

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