Is Botox safe with a cold and possible ear and sinus infection? Not on antibiotic, but taking alka seltzer cold.

Thanks for your question. I would be concerned about getting Botox while you have symptoms of the flu. The concern is that some people get the flu confused with a bacterial infection which can have similar symptoms. I would suggest getting your flu like symptoms appropriately diagnosed and postpone your Botox until feeling better.Good luck. Dr. ALDO

I recommend following up with your Doctor. My suggestion is to wait till you are well to get any elective cosmetic procedure.  Do not add to the potential complications that can occur.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Although the illness that you describe likely would have no effect on whether Botox would work for your back tightness, it is best to be healthy when any elective procedure is performed.  

The alka seltzer cold is not a contraindication for botox. However, you may bruise more easily. Let your injector know so he/she can guide you appropriately. 

there is no issue getting the Botox but you may have an increased tenency to bruise a little due to the aspirin in alka seltzer but check with your doctor to see if you should proceed