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Why you can't combine Botox and antibiotics

The first wrinkles, increased facial asymmetry, a gloomy, tired expression on the face - these are all solvable problems for aesthetic medicine.
There is no need to agree to plastic surgery while going through a painful recovery period. Beauty injections take no more than half an hour, and the results can be enjoyed for up to six months. But there are factors that weaken the effect of drugs, reducing the effect of the procedure.

Is it possible to combine Botox and antibiotics, and how will this affect the final result?

A drug based on botulinum toxin type A has been used to correct wrinkles for more than 20 years. Regular administration of Botox does not affect the state of health, nor does it affect the rejuvenation process. When injections are administered, muscle paralysis occurs in the target area. The toxin does not migrate, which makes it possible to avoid unnatural frozen facial expressions.

The main areas of correction are the upper part of the face - forehead, bridge of the nose, crow's feet of the eyes. Less commonly, cosmetologists use Botox to eliminate wrinkles in the mouth and nasolabial folds.

The effect of the toxin is reversible, the effect lasts from several months to a year. Injections do not improve lymph outflow or collagen synthesis; they only affect the tone of muscle fibers. The rejuvenating effect, which is noted by many patients after the end of the period of action, is associated with a change in the habit of expressing strong emotions through facial expressions.

The rate of elimination of the drug depends on the brand of botulinum toxin, the number of injections, and individual characteristics. The neuromuscular channels destroyed under the influence of the toxin during the procedure are gradually restored.

Note! To prolong the result of smooth skin, the patient’s lifestyle and compliance with all rules and recommendations are of great importance.

The incompatibility of antibacterial drugs and botulinum toxin is explained by the similar action of the active substances.

They, like beauty injections, destroy neuromuscular connections and promote relaxation of fibers. Additional administration leads to complete muscle atrophy.

As a result, a mask effect is achieved, and therefore problems with articulation and eyelid mobility may occur.

The list of prohibited drugs includes more than 300 items. When using antibiotics of various groups to treat bacterial infections, beauty injections can be performed after 2-3 months after completing the medication. The effect of botulinum toxin is enhanced by the tetracycline, lincosamide, and polymyxin groups, as well as the quinidine alkaloid, magnesium sulfate, and succinylcholine.

List of prohibited substances:

1. Aminoglycosides - tobramycin, amikacin, kanamycin, streptomycin, gentamicin. The consequence of taking it before and after the injection is severe muscle blockage. The danger lies not only in aesthetic problems, but also in the development of arrhythmia, as well as respiratory arrest.
2. Lincosamides are represented by lincomycin and clindamycin. They have a pronounced relaxing effect on muscle fibers and enhance the effect of Botox.
3. Macrolides - clarithromycin, azithromycin, spiramycin, midecamycin, josamycin, erythromycin, roxithromycin. Relaxation of muscle fibers occurs to a lesser extent, but side effects in the form of frozen facial expressions or asymmetry are still possible.
4. Myorexolants - pipecuronium, mivacurium, pancuronium, tubocurarine, atracurium, rocuronium, succinylcholine. When combined, it is possible to completely immobilize the target area of ​​botulinum toxin.
5. Tetracyclines - chlortetracycline, tetracycline, oxytetracycline. May lead to difficulty swallowing. Polymyxins have the same side effects.

Many patients are interested in why Botox cannot be combined with antibiotics. Some drugs enhance the effect of the toxin; muscle paralysis leads to a disruption in the quality of life.

Other drugs, on the contrary, will lead to a decrease in the effect of the procedure. In addition to the lack of smoothing of wrinkles, tubercles may form and facial asymmetry may increase, which is difficult to correct.

In some cases, depression and sleep disturbances develop.

Side effects:

• the occurrence of swelling, which is especially difficult to cope with in the eye area;
• migraines, dizziness;
• drooping of the upper eyelid - ptosis;
• spasms, hematomas, bruises;
• facial asymmetry;
• frozen facial expressions;
• heart rhythm disturbance;
• stopping breathing.

Treatment with antibacterial drugs can be carried out 2–3 months in advance, not earlier. Some drugs clear up within a week, others take several months.

For clarification, you should contact your physician, providing a treatment plan to determine the optimal timing of injections.

Individual characteristics are also taken into account - gender, age, body weight, sensitivity to botulinum toxin and antibiotics. All of these factors can either shorten or delay your procedure date.

Cosmetologists recommend abandoning antibacterial drugs for 3 months after botulinum toxin injection.

This will not only provide a wrinkle smoothing effect, but will also protect against side effects.

After this period, the concentration of the toxin noticeably decreases, active medicinal substances will not lead to increased paralytic effects, the development of complex allergic reactions, or aesthetic problems.

But it is impossible to predict the disease, which may well occur within 2-3 months after the injections. Therefore, it is important to know which drugs can still be used, the use of which, if compatible with Botox, will not lead to the development of dangerous consequences.

Drugs that carry minimal risks:

• The penicillin series is represented by amoxicillin, ampicillin, bicillin, and, of course, penicillin. The action does not affect muscle fiber paralysis. But the presence of the disease itself is a contraindication to Botox injections and can shorten the duration of the anti-aging procedure.
• Local antibiotics do not have a systemic effect, so compatibility with the toxin is allowed. The only thing is that they are not used to treat the skin at injection sites.

Standard recommendations for taking various medications are 14 days before and the same period after the procedure. There are exceptions; you should not take antipsychotics a month before the procedure. They, in combination with botulinum toxin, can lead to unforeseen consequences, mental disorders, insomnia, and depression.

Keep in mind! When taking medications containing aspirin, bruising, swelling, and bruising may occur. Drugs in this group affect blood clotting parameters, so the recovery period may take longer.

You should also avoid alcoholic herbal infusions. Alcohol and Botox injections often lead to side effects, impaired facial expressions, and severe allergies.

Treatment with alcohol-containing products can begin after 2 weeks. But at the same time, it is worth remembering that the effectiveness of the anti-aging procedure is reduced and the time taken to remove the toxin is reduced.

Drugs that can be taken after beauty injections:

• antipyretics - paracetamol and diclofenac - will not lead to side effects, but the feasibility of carrying out the procedure at elevated body temperature is being considered;
• the tranquilizer Afobazole does not destroy neuromuscular connections, and an increase in the effect of the toxin when combined with a drug has not been detected;
• no side effects have been identified when taking hormonal medications, including contraceptives, but you still need to inform your doctor about the pharmaceuticals used;
• antifungal group - the combination can cause undesirable consequences, but there are no general rules about incompatibility with botulinum toxin.

The patient cannot decide on his own whether or not to use Botox injections before or after treatment with antibacterial drugs. The regimen of medications, as well as the duration of therapy, is determined only by the doctor. It is also within his competence to prescribe the optimal timing for beauty injections, which depend on the patient’s medical history, weight, and age.

The optimal thing is to complete the treatment, restore the normal functioning of systems and organs, and only after that sign up for rejuvenating injections. If there are indications for prescribing antibiotics after toxin injections, only a doctor can determine the group of drugs and calculate the safe dosage.

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Interaction with other medications

Botox is incompatible not only with antibiotics, but also with some other medications. Taking aspirin and ascorbic acid on the eve of the procedure can provoke undesirable consequences such as severe swelling and bruising in the places where the substance was injected.

It is also recommended to avoid using these drugs in the first days after Botox injections.

Also, the neurotoxin is absolutely incompatible with drugs from the muscle relaxant group. These substances have a similar effect, making a person more likely to develop myasthenia gravis.

Combining drugs can lead to complete paralysis of the facial muscles, which contributes not only to the appearance of a mask effect, but also to a disruption of the swallowing reflex. Cancellation of muscle relaxants before the procedure should occur no later than two weeks.

Also, some experts argue that botulinum toxin injections should not be combined with antipsychotics, as such a combination can lead to unexpected consequences.

Before undergoing the Botox procedure, be sure to notify your doctor about all medications that you have taken over the past 10-14 days.

Preserving youth and beauty of the skin is the goal of every person who takes care of their appearance. At the same time, compliance with basic care is often insufficient, which has led to the widespread use of injectable drugs such as Dysport and Botox for rejuvenation.

Due to the high frequency of use of these substances, patients often have questions about the compatibility of Dysport and antibiotics, as well as other botulinum toxin preparations with pharmaceuticals.

Dysport and antibiotics are incompatible drugs due to possible potentiation or leveling of effects

Dysport is produced by the French pharmaceutical company Ipsen and, in addition to the aesthetic field of medicine, has also gained a place in the treatment of muscle spasms and hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).

In this case, the effect of the drug is based on the content of botulinum toxin, which leads to blocking of neuromuscular connections. As a result of injection administration of Dysport, temporary immobilization of the muscular structures of the face is achieved, which is accompanied by smoothing of facial wrinkles and skin folds in the injection area.

Most often, Dysport is used to correct age-related changes localized in the forehead, eyes and bridge of the nose. The effect of the drug lasts for about half a year, after which it is necessary to repeat the administration procedure.

Combining Dysport with tetracycline and aminoglycoside antibiotics is strictly prohibited

• Dysport and antibiotics. The combined use of any antibacterial drugs and agents containing botulinum toxin can potentiate (increase) the effect of the latter. This can lead to the development of excessive relaxation of muscle structures, asthenia and negatively affect the result of the cosmetic manipulation itself. This effect is especially characteristic of tetracycline drugs, macrolides and aminoglycosides, which are also the most frequently prescribed antibiotics in medical practice. In this regard, it should be remembered that combining antibiotics and Dysport is strictly prohibited. This rule should be in effect for about two weeks, during which botulinum toxin preparations finally form the aesthetic result. An exception can be made only when the significance of the therapeutic result from taking an antibacterial drug significantly exceeds the risks to the patient’s health.
• Dysport and analgesics. The cosmetologist performing the procedure must warn the patient that for about 14 days after Dysport injections, he should stop taking any analgesic drugs. This is especially true for aspirin, which can affect the rheological characteristics of blood and also reduce its ability to clot. As a result of non-compliance with this recommendation, the patient may observe the formation of severe hematomas at the sites of administration of botulinum drugs.
• Dysport and muscle relaxants. Obviously, rejuvenation with Dysport should not be carried out if the patient is indicated to take muscle relaxants such as quinine and calcium channel blockers. Excessive relaxation of muscle structures can significantly increase the side effects of the procedure.
• Dysport and alcohol-containing medicinal formulations. Botulinum toxin preparations are not compatible with taking tinctures and alcohol, since the latter belong to the group of muscle relaxants.

To achieve optimal rejuvenation results, combining any pharmacological agents with Dysport injections should only be done by a qualified specialist who can objectively assess the ratio of potential benefits and harms of such a combination.

Other contraindications

Botulinum toxin injections are contraindicated not only when taking the above medications, but also for certain health problems, which include:

• poor blood clotting;
• neoplasms of various etiologies;
• diabetes;
• infectious diseases;
• chronic pathologies;
• autoimmune diseases;
• dermatological diseases.

Despite the high degree of purification of the neurotoxin, it is still a substance that can be rejected by the body. This manifests itself in the form of an allergic reaction: local redness, burning, itching, severe swelling and fever. Therefore, before giving injections, the specialist must make sure that the patient does not have hypersensitivity to the drug used.

During the period of viral respiratory infections, the Botox procedure is contraindicated.

Botulinum toxin injections are strictly contraindicated for pregnant and lactating women, since a certain amount of the drug still enters the blood, which can lead to serious health problems for the baby.

Don't forget about contraindications

Before agreeing to the procedure, you should undergo a full medical examination and make sure there are no health problems.

Other side effects

The occurrence of complications can be caused not only by the simultaneous use of incompatible drugs or overdose. Negative phenomena may occur due to the fault of a specialist who injected into the wrong place. Also, the cause of the development of complications can be the patient himself, who did not comply with the rules of the rehabilitation period.

The first and natural consequence of Botox injections is the appearance of swelling and small bruises. Such phenomena go away on their own within a few days.

Possible allergic reactions

A more serious consequence is the so-called ptosis of the eyelid, in which it droops. This results in the patient being unable to open his eyes for as long as the neurotoxin is in effect. This complication in most cases occurs due to the fault of the doctor, who inaccurately determined the injection site of the drug.

Another serious complication is diplomacy, which is characterized by double vision. It is also associated with inaccurate injection. This effect usually goes away after a couple of months.

Facial asymmetry is another unpleasant side effect from Botox injections, which can appear due to the fault of a specialist who did not correctly calculate the dosage of the drug in different areas.

How to avoid consequences?

• To perform Botox procedures, choose only a specialist with extensive experience and an impeccable reputation.
• Two weeks before injections, stop taking medications that are incompatible with botulinum toxins. Tell your doctor about all medications you have taken in the past two weeks.
• Before and after the procedure, avoid drinking alcohol, as alcohol can also lead to negative aesthetic consequences.
• During the first two weeks after Botox, do not visit beauty salons for laser or magnetic therapy.
• It is also advisable to postpone visiting saunas, solariums and swimming pools for several weeks after injections.

Following basic precautions will protect you from the negative consequences that Botox can lead to.

How many medications are there that are not recommended for Botox injections?

The group of muscle relaxants includes drugs that relax skeletal muscles. For example, curare and curare-like drugs can be used to relax skeletal muscles during surgical operations. For these reasons, coadministration of Botox Cosmetic and agents that interfere with neuromuscular transmission should not be used as the effect of the toxin may be enhanced.

There is a group of antibiotics that may interact with Botox called aminoglycosides (this class includes gentamicin, tobramycin, clindamycin, and lincomycin).

Surgeons recommend that patients taking these antibiotics for acute respiratory infections, acute respiratory viral infections, influenza and colds receive Botox injections after stopping the medications.

Fillers and alcohol: effects on the skin

Today, the rejuvenating procedure “Fillers” has become increasingly popular. With the help of such a product you can make not only facial skin, but also skin on many parts of the body more youthful. To carry out these procedures, different categories of materials are used today. The material used for filler is different. Therefore, before you begin choosing the necessary means for this procedure, you need to familiarize yourself with the characteristics of their effects and possible side effects.

Side effects

Despite the fact that negative effects after fillers are extremely rare, it is necessary to become familiar with the possible risks.

Some of the most common types of complications after fillers are:

• Vascular manifestations;
• Hypersensitivity with possible allergy;
• Reactions to the wrong type of administration;
• Reactions at the injection site.

Let's look at these types of complications in more detail, identifying their main causes, and also get acquainted with ways to eliminate them.

Undesirable vascular manifestations are consequences of filler procedures, most often appear after. This phenomenon occurs extremely rarely, as it is manifested by blockage of small vessels or skin necrosis. The most susceptible area of ​​the face, where such troubles most often occur, is the glabella area. The vulnerability of this zone is associated with the lack of the necessary auxiliary blood circulation. In some cases, necrosis or ischemia occurs in the nasolabial area of ​​the face. The reason for this is the structural features of the vascular walls located here. In order to avoid the occurrence of these unpleasant manifestations, it is recommended to use lightweight types of filler intended for contouring. Also, the introduction of the solution should be as slow as possible with constant movement of the needle. Following these recommendations will help you safely carry out all the necessary procedures and achieve the desired results.

If the patient is hypersensitive to the main components of the drug or develops an allergy after the filler, it is recommended to seek help from the appropriate medical institution. Before the injection, such patients undergo appropriate conversations and some examination to identify the body’s reaction to the subsequently administered drug.

It is from the contents of the drug that one or another allergic reaction may occur:

Poly-L-lactic acid

If fillers are made on the basis of poly-L-lactic acid, then when it is injected, corresponding nodules may appear on the skin. Such formations are almost invisible, but quite noticeable to the touch. Although today the exact reason for the detection of such complications has not yet been established, there are ways to prevent their occurrence. To prevent unexpected bubbles from appearing under the skin, it is necessary to inject the filler under the dermal layer, that is, somewhat deeper. Thanks to this, the filler will take the desired position and the process of restoring the skin layers will begin without causing undesirable consequences.

Hyaluronic acid

When the base of the filler is hyaluronic acid, beloved by women, possible complications may appear no earlier than a month, or even a whole year. Complications from the use of this type of drug can include the occurrence of various tumors and erythema. To eliminate these unpleasant symptoms after filler injection, patients are prescribed local injections of corticosteroids. The stronger the complication that appears, the higher the dosage of the medicine. In some cases, such injections are repeated. Many doctors, when treating complications that have arisen, use hyaluronidase, the breakdown products of which can lead to the disappearance of unpleasant effects. With this you can quickly eliminate unpleasant formations on the skin at the injection site.

Collagen

Collagen fillers can form erymatous compactions in the form of nodules in the skin layers during the first two weeks after administration of the drug. Before using such drugs, special tests must be carried out that can identify allergic manifestations. If unwanted complications occur after injections, patients are administered oral glucocorticoid hormones. As a result, the woman gets the desired result without any visible complications.

Eliminating Side Effects

Undesirable consequences from the wrong type of injection are most often associated with the depth of injection of the filler into the layers of the skin. In medical practice, there are many cases in which fillers remain visible under the skin after injection. The reason for this undesirable result is incorrect administration technique. There may be noticeable bruises or small nodules under the skin - it all depends on the type of product used. Most often, this kind of consequences occurs when using fillers containing a predominant proportion of hyaluronic acid. Unwanted blue spots under the skin are formed due to the synthesis of insoluble protein molecules hemosiderin.

To eliminate such undesirable consequences from improper administration of the drug, use:

• Local massage;
• Suctioning the contents of nodules;
• Dissection with drainage.

These measures allow you to achieve the desired result without negative effects on the body.

In order to destroy the formed nodes under the skin, hyaluronidase is often used. To prevent skin allergies, it is recommended to undergo a preliminary test before using hyaluronic fillers. Such tests are available in all clinics that practice filler injection.

If the filler injection was not deep enough, the patient may show signs of constant itching, redness of certain areas of the skin, or hypertrophied scars. Such defects are easily eliminated by the administration of corticosteroids.

When fillers are injected superficially, white bubbles often form in the skin. In such cases, simply piercing them and then squeezing out the contents helps. Only all this should be done very carefully, with clean hands and using sterile materials. Otherwise, there is a possibility of introducing a dangerous infection into the body, which will not only worsen the condition of the skin, but also cause significant damage to health.

The most common reactions at the injection site are:

• Penetration of infection;
• Itching;
• The appearance of pain;
• Bruising;
• Redness;
• Swelling.

All these unpleasant consequences from the use of filler occur in the area of ​​the body where the skin puncture was made. Of all these manifestations, bruises with tumors are the norm, as they tend to disappear in a matter of days. To speed up the process of their disappearance, it is enough just to use an ice compress, applying it to the corresponding area of ​​​​the skin. In such cases, it is also recommended to temporarily not take medications that prevent blood clotting.

A fairly rare occurrence is the penetration of infection through open skin. To eliminate foreign microorganisms that have entered the body from the body, patients are prescribed special antibiotics. Such drugs are prescribed by the attending physician, having previously determined the type of infectious agent. To avoid infection penetrating the skin layers, this type of procedure must be performed only in a sterile hospital environment where infections are completely absent.

The above situations most clearly reflect the problem of unpleasant consequences from incorrect technology for introducing filler into the skin. Any deviations from accepted standards in these cases directly lead to the appearance of terrible marks on the skin. In such cases, there can be no talk of any beauty. How do fillers interact with alcohol in the body?

Combining filler and alcohol

Drinking alcohol after introducing filler into the body is also not recommended. The consequences of such a combination can be the most unpredictable for the appearance of women. Alcohol in the body has a detrimental effect on many organs, including appearance. Usually the morning of a fairly tipsy person immediately reveals his evening adventures by the appearance of swollen areas on the face. Combining alcohol with fillers in the body is also contraindicated.

In addition to the fact that alcohol in the body has an irritating effect on the organs of the digestive system, taking it after the injection of filler can lead to the formation of spasmodic tumors. Sometimes such tumors appear on the face and legs and may not subside for a significant amount of time. As a result, this type of procedure will significantly spoil a woman’s external data.

If the injected filler contains hyaluronic acid as its main component, then immediately drinking alcohol will significantly slow down the process of its penetration into the layers of the skin. At the same time, the percentage of its interaction with cells will greatly decrease, as a result of which it will not be possible to obtain the desired result in skin restoration. Therefore, if you have recently had filler injected into your skin, you should not drink alcohol in the near future.

Many women, having decided to improve the condition of their skin through fillers, always hope for the best result. Nevertheless, according to statistics, this type of cosmetic procedure carries a high risk of causing undesirable consequences.

How to avoid this:

1. You should avoid drinking alcoholic beverages, as alcohol in this case can play a cruel joke.
2. Before introducing any filler, it is necessary to undergo special tests to determine the compatibility of the components of the drug and the skin. It is desirable that in such cases the result obtained should deny the formation of allergic reactions to the filler. It is especially necessary to undergo such testing for patients who are about to receive drugs based on bovine collagen.
3. Some areas of the skin on the body where there are corresponding scars have a clear tendency to form unpleasant results. Such areas are various tubercles that form near transverse wrinkles in the forehead, as well as vertical zones around the oral cavity. Fillers should not be injected into the thin skin that lines the eyelid areas, as the injected drug may spontaneously move away from the injection site. If a person’s own adipose tissue was involved in the procedure, necrosis may develop here. Such a dangerous area is the glabella area.
4. As soon as the filler is injected into the patient, he is not recommended to make sudden repeated movements for the first three days. This recommendation will help to avoid migration of the injected product through the layers of the skin.
5. When introducing the specified cosmetic preparation, great importance is given to the depth of its implementation. In this case, you should follow the manufacturer’s recommendations and rely on the doctor’s professionalism. It is prohibited to inject filler yourself!
6. Timely ice compresses, as well as avoidance of medications that prevent blood from clotting, will help avoid noticeable bruising and unpleasant swelling at the injection site.
7. In the first stages, it is best to resort to the use of temporary hyaluronic preparations. At the same time, not only the doctor, but also the patient himself will be able to see the skin improvements obtained by this cosmetic method and decide on the choice of further procedures.
8. To achieve the best result, you need to choose the right filler for your skin and follow all the necessary rules for its administration, then there may be no unwanted complications.

These recommendations will help to avoid unpleasant consequences from using filler and rejuvenate the patient’s appearance.

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How do antibiotics affect botulinum toxin?

It should be understood that botulinum toxin, the active ingredient of Botox and its analogues, is a toxic substance. The composition is injected into the muscle, blocks the contraction of muscle fibers, and temporary paralysis occurs. Thus, the skin stops moving along with the muscles, relaxes, and wrinkles disappear.

Before administering the drug, the doctor calculates its exact dosage to achieve the desired effect. This dose is completely safe for human health in general and for facial muscles in particular. Under one condition – if there are no medications incompatible with Botox in the patient’s blood. Mainly antibiotics.

Taking prohibited medications before or after the procedure is likely to affect the effect of botulinum toxin. How? The fact is that taking strong antibiotics can weaken or enhance the ability of its distribution to tissues.

As a result, the effect of the procedure will be either too weak or too strong, or the patient will experience unwanted allergic reactions from the action of several substances at the same time.

What is the combination of Botox with antibacterial agents? Some experts believe that the combination of injections of this substance with the use of antibacterial drugs does not affect the degree of rejuvenation through Botox, others believe that botulinum toxin and antibiotics cannot be combined. Cosmetologists and doctors can give an accurate answer to this question, so at the stage of planning facial rejuvenation procedures or injections into the armpits, it is inappropriate to hide information from a specialist that you are taking antibiotics.

Why can’t botulinum toxin be combined with antibiotics? Some such combinations lead to the appearance of an additional effect of a single product, while others lead to a minimization of the effectiveness of injections into the forehead or even to the absence of the rejuvenating effect of the procedure. In case of increased paralysis of muscle tissue by botulinum toxin, which occurs when taking antibacterial drugs in combination, negative effects of the drug may occur, which will require a lot of time and money to get rid of. You can find out how many units of Botox you need on your forehead here.

In order to avoid paralysis, you need to know medications that enhance this effect when taken in combination with botulinum toxin:

• drugs of the tetracycline group;
• agents of the polymyxin group;
• lincosamide group agents;
• alkaloid quinidine;
• succinylcholine;
• magnesium sulfate.

The entire list of medications, the use of which provokes the effectiveness of botulinum toxin on the muscles, includes 369 items. 21 drugs from the above list are characterized by interaction activity. You can find out about hair Botox products here.

Different groups of antibiotics affect Botox differently

It is known that different groups of antibiotics have different effects on botulinum toxin. Thus, tetracycline drugs neutralize the effect of the neurotoxin, as a result the client will not receive any effect, since the substance simply will not work.

Antibiotics of the aminoglycoside series, which include Gentamicin, Streptomycin, Neomycin, etc., enhance the effect of the neurotoxin, which may well cause the development of myasthenia gravis.

The drugs “Erythromycin” and “Polymyxin” also actively interact with the poison, which can lead to the development of unexpected consequences, including respiratory failure.

Due to the fact that the combination of antibiotics and botulinum toxin leads to the development of negative consequences, experts recommend carrying out the rejuvenation procedure no earlier than two weeks after the end of taking antibacterial drugs.

Why do illnesses happen at such an inopportune time?! In just a week you will have Botox injections, and you are so sick that you can’t do without antibiotics! What should I do now, reschedule my visit to the cosmetologist? Or maybe everything is not so serious, and you can safely use the toxin? Let's figure it out together with the experts!

Cosmetologists warn their clients that Botox and antibiotics are not compatible. But doctors do not always explain why there is a ban, so some people think that the contraindication is unfounded.

Botox is a drug based on botulinum toxin type A. The drug belongs to the group of muscle relaxants, that is, it relaxes the muscles because it blocks its connection with the nervous system. The drug is injected into the muscle, which must be temporarily paralyzed in order to get rid of facial wrinkles.

Antibiotics are antibacterial drugs that either inhibit the activity of pathogens or kill them. They are used when the immune system is not able to cope with the disease on its own.

Weakened immunity is one of the contraindications to botulinum therapy. Botox is a toxin, poison, albeit in small dosages. Only a healthy person whose immune system works like a clock can cope with it without consequences.

Some antibiotics negatively affect kidney function. Namely, it is through them that Botox is removed from the body. It is believed that it stops working when the muscles return to activity, that is, 4-6 months after the procedure. But the drug itself is excreted by the kidneys earlier - 2-3 weeks after the session. A person observes only the residual effect of the drug.

In this regard, antibiotics can enhance the effect of the toxin. Even if the doctor has selected the correct dosage, complications may arise. They affect appearance and health, so you will have to spend a lot of time and money to eliminate the consequences.

Some antibiotics, on the contrary, weaken the effect of the neurotoxin. Even by the end of the second week after the session, when the result should appear, it is not there. There are no complications, but it turns out that the money was wasted.

If antibiotics weaken the effect of beauty injections, there will be no tragedy. At most, disappointment due to wasted funds. But if the result is the opposite, that is, the medications enhance the effect of the toxin, then the following complications are possible:

1. Asymmetry of facial features. Botox concentrates in specific areas without migrating into adjacent tissues, causing the expression to appear unnatural. One side of the face appears drawn.
2. Sagging (ptosis) of tissues. Due to the strong migration of the drug, some areas of the face droop. Most often, the eyelids suffer from this - the eye closes by a third, half or completely.
3. Problems with speech, swallowing, salivation. They occur when antibiotics cause Botox to migrate mostly to the area around the mouth.
4. Visual impairment, diplopia, lacrimation. They arise due to the concentration of the drug in the area around the eyes, penetration through the ocular membrane.
5. Violation of facial expressions, temporary paralysis. If Botox is not removed from the body, it acts more aggressively on the muscles.
6. Dryness of the mucous membranes of the eyes. Due to paralysis, the frequency of blinking decreases. The eyeballs are less likely to be moistened and remain almost without protection. In addition to unpleasant sensations, this threatens conjunctivitis and other diseases.

Less serious complications are also possible. They often relate to digestive processes.

Both botulinum toxin and antibiotics can affect intestinal activity, causing stool disorders, nausea, and vomiting. Headaches may begin from the nervous system.

Antibiotics are divided into groups according to their principle and spectrum of action. Not all drugs that kill bacteria enhance the effects of Botox. There are several groups that clearly have a negative effect when combined with a toxin.

Polymyxins

They began to be used in the 80s of the 20th century. They have a narrow spectrum of action and high toxicity, therefore they are prescribed in limited cases. The group includes Polymyxin B and Polymyxin M. Finished medicines are made on their basis, mainly in India.

Lincosamides

A group of antibiotics with a narrow spectrum of action, but they are used more often than, for example, polymyxins. Lincosamides include only 2 drugs - natural Lincomycin and its semi-synthetic analogue Clindamycin.

Aminoglycosides

They have a wide spectrum of action, but also a high degree of toxicity. Used to treat severe infections. May lead to neuromuscular blockade. The first generation of drugs includes Streptomycin, Kanamycin, Monomycin, Neomycin. For the second - Gentamicin. To the third - Sizomycin, Amikacin, Tobramycin. For the fourth - Izepamycin.

Macrolides

They are among the safest antibiotics for humans, although their uncontrolled use is also harmful. Typically used to treat respiratory diseases. There are more than 40 drugs in the group, the most famous are Erythromycin, Roxithromycin, Clarithromycin, Oleandomycin, Azithromycin, Josamycin, Macropen.

Fluoroquinolones

The negative effect of these drugs on beauty injections has not been proven, but there is an assumption about it. Muscle pain or weakness often occurs after taking fluoroquinolones. The group includes Ciprofloxacin, Ofloxacin, Norfloxacin, Levofloxacin, etc.

Some antibiotics weaken the effect of Botox or neutralize it completely, but there are not many of them.

These are mainly penicillins and tetracyclines. There are usually no complications when interacting with the toxin, but drugs can negate the entire result of the procedure.

Penicillins

For the first time, this particular group was used to treat bacterial infections. Only when microorganisms became resistant to penicillins did other antibiotics begin to be developed. The group includes Amoxiclav, Oxycillin, Ampicillin, Amoxicillin, etc.

Tetracyclines

Drugs that replaced the first penicillin antibiotics in the middle of the last century. They are prescribed infrequently because they have an impressive list of restrictions and side effects. The group includes Tetracycline, Doxycycline, Rondomycin, Tigacil, etc.

Other medicines

What is Dysport

Dysport is a rejuvenating drug based on botulinum toxin.
Its action allows you to relax facial muscles, thereby smoothing out wrinkles. The active component is injected under the skin. Experienced cosmetologists warn that antibiotics and botulinum toxin should not be used at the same time; these substances are incompatible and may react. But doctors do not always explain why they cannot be used together, so many believe that this restriction is unfounded and often violate it. And all this can lead to the development of dangerous health problems and side effects.

Botox is a drug based on botulinum toxin type A. This drug is part of the group of muscle relaxants, which means that it has a relaxing effect on the condition of the muscles and blocks its connection with the nervous system. This remedy is applied to an area of ​​muscle tissue that is paralyzed for a while.

Antibiotics are antibacterial agents that suppress the activity of pathogenic organisms, but sometimes they completely destroy them. They are used in situations where the immune system cannot eliminate the disease on its own.

Some antibacterial drugs have a negative effect on kidney function. Through these organs, botulinum toxin leaves the body. It is believed that this substance stops working when muscle tissue returns to activity - after 4-6 months. But its elimination is observed earlier - approximately 2-3 weeks after injections.

Some types of antibiotics can enhance the effect of toxins that are present in Botox. Even if a specialist can choose the right dose, unpleasant consequences may develop.

But there are antibiotics that can weaken the effect of the neurotoxin. This may negatively affect the result; it may simply not be there even a few weeks after Botox administration. There are no side effects, but the money will be wasted.