Are headaches and pressure-like feeling around eye/eyes a side effect of Xeomin?

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I had 40 units of xeomin for the first time 4 days ago (Thusrday) a few on my foreahead and then for my cross feet expression lines. On Friday afternoon I started to have a moderate pain like inside of my left eye coupled with headaches. The pain in my eye is mostly gone, only when I move it to the left but my headache is there. I mostly feel it on top of my left eye...like pressure. I cannot function normally. How long does this normally last?

Donn R. Chatham, MD · Answer

When we inject any of the neuromodulators such as Xeomin, Dysport or Botox to reduce unwanted muscle action of the brow, forehead and/or lateral eyelid area, we have to use small needles. After all, it is an ‘injection’ .  We uses as small a needle as possible and try to limit the number of pricks to as low as possible. But there is some slight discomfort, temporary tenderness sometimes and occasionally a patient will experience a mild headache-like feeling which subsides in a day or so.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Headaches are sometimes reported as a side effect of a neuromodulator like Xeomin. It should resolve within a few days. If not, please see an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Jean Keamy, MD · Answer

Headaches or Pain above the eyes is a common side effect. It usually only lasts a few days.  The freezing effect of the Xeomin can make the forehead feel heavy. Tylenol or Motrin can help with the discomfort. It should go away within a week. If not, you should contact your provider.

Hardik Soni, MD · Answer

It has reported that headaches is a side effect of neuromodulators like Xeomin. It usually lasts a few days. You can take Aleve or Tylenol to alleviate the headache. I recommend seeing your treating physician if the headache does not resolve in a few days.

Edward E. Dickerson, IV, MD · Answer

Headaches can be a side effect of Xeomin. They should go away within a day or two but in the meantime you can use Advil or Tylenol. Since this was your first treatment the muscles are trying to readjust and this may cause muscle spasms & tension.

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