I had 26 units of Botox between brow 6 days ago. How soon can I take muscle relaxers as to not increase Botox effects?

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I battled severe TMD 6 mos ago. Struggling again after Botox with all facial muscles extremely tight. 1. When could I start to take flexeril to help my other facial muscles not treated by Botox? Don't want to increase Botox’s effects. 2. When does Botox fully finish affecting the muscles so I know when it won’t get any worse? 3. What day is it strongest and when does the dissipation start? 4. Using warm moist heat on the non treated muscles in lower face and jaw for relaxation, that ok?

Muhammad Mirza, MD (license suspended) · Answer

Thank you for your question. As far as I'm aware, this medication will not negatively impact Botox. You can check with your treating physician for more information.

Anteneh Roba, MD · Answer

Botox effects can take up to 14 days to fully be realized and will last 3-4 months. You can take flexeril any time you want. It should not affect the Botox.

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

You can take muscle relaxers after Botox. It takes 1-2 weeks for final results with Botox and results resolve in 3-4 months. Hope this helps.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

You can take muscle relaxers now. Keep in mind, it will take 1-2 weeks for final results with Botox. Best, Dr. Emer

Scott Greenberg, MD · Answer

Flexeril should have no effect on your Botox treatment.  Typically, peak results of a Botox treatment may take as long as 30 days to see and lasts 3-4 months.

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I had 26 units of Botox between brow 6 days ago. How soon can I take muscle relaxers as to not increase Botox effects?

Answers (8)

Answer: Botox/Xeomin/Dysport & Muscle Relaxers--Results Take 1-2 weeks

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