There are many ways to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, but one of the most effective is through neuromodulators. Dysport® (abobotulinumtoxinA) is one of the most popular neurotoxins on the market. It is a prescription injection for adults under 65 years of age. It has been proven to help temporarily smooth the moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows. This is a problem that many of us are trying to solve.
Like any medicine, there are potential side effects. For Dysport, the most common side effects are nose and throat irritation, headache, pain at the injection site, skin reaction at the injection site, upper respiratory tract infection, eyelid swelling, drooping eyelids, sinusitis, and nausea. (Complete important safety information, including black box warnings on long-distance transmission of toxin effects, is available at the end of this article.)
Although everyone knows that Dysport can smooth wrinkles, it has many other functions. Here, we have broken down 10 important facts about injections so that you can decide if it is right for you.
Dysport temporarily treats moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows by reducing specific muscle activity, because wrinkles are caused by repeated exercise and muscle contraction. 1 One injection at five points between and above the eyebrows can temporarily prevent muscle contractions that cause frown lines. Since there is less movement in the area, the lines are unlikely to develop or deepen.
According to reports, Dysport can produce results in only two to three days after a 10- to 20-minute treatment. 2-4 This provides more flexibility for patients who need results when planning cosmetic preparations for events or social gatherings.
Dysport is not only fast onset, *2-4, but also long lasting. In fact, Dysport may last up to five months. † 2,3,5.
* The secondary endpoint is based on Kaplan-Meier’s estimate of the cumulative time rate of response. GL-1 (Dysport 55/105 [52%], placebo 3/53 [6%]) and GL-2 (Dysport 36/71 [51%], placebo 9/71 [13%]) and GL- 32 days (Dysport 110/200 [55%], placebo 4/100 [4%]). † GL-1 and GL-3 evaluated subjects for at least 150 days after treatment. Based on the use of data from two double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled pivotal studies (GL-1, GL-3) in post-hoc analysis, GLSS improved by ≥ level 1 from baseline.
“With Dysport-and of course professional syringes-you should expect what we call the softening of dynamic wrinkles: wrinkles that form with muscle movement and contraction,” explained Omer Ibrahim, MD, a Chicago dermatologist. “You should expect the softening of moderate to severe frown lines while still retaining your natural, true appearance.”
“Dysport may not be able to completely remove deep static wrinkles, which are wrinkles that exist when resting without muscle contraction,” said Dr. Ibrahim. These deeper lines that are noticeable when the face is at rest usually require more intensive in-office treatment to improve its appearance. “Of course, Dysport cannot be used as a filler, which means that it will not help deep facial cracks and depressions such as cheekbones, lips and smile lines,” Dr. Ibrahim added.
Dysport has been specifically proven to be effective in temporarily improving the appearance of wrinkles in the area of common concern: between the eyebrows. If left untreated, these frown lines between the eyebrows can make people look angry and tired.
To reduce specific muscle contractions that can cause fine lines and wrinkles between the eyebrows, your syringe will inject Dysport in five specific locations: one injection between the eyebrows and two injections above each eyebrow.
Since only five injection points are usually used, Dysport treatment is very fast. The whole process only takes about 10 to 20 minutes. In fact, it is so fast that you can even make an appointment during your lunch break because you don’t have to worry about leaving work for too long.
“The good news is that many people are ideal candidates for Dysport,” said Dr. Ibrahim. The best way to know if this treatment is right for you is to discuss Dysport with your provider. If you are allergic to milk protein or any other component of Dysport, are allergic to any neuromodulator or any other component, or have an infection at the planned injection site, Dysport is not for you. Dr. Ibrahim added: “The people who should avoid Dysport are those who are currently pregnant, breastfeeding, over 65, or have severe muscle weakness and other neurological diseases.”
“Dysport has been used to eliminate facial wrinkles for many years, and its safety and effectiveness have been proven in studies and patients around the world6,” Dr. Ibrahim confirmed. “In the right hands, Dysport will produce subtle, natural results.”
Dysport® (abobotulinumtoxinA) is a prescription injection used to temporarily improve the appearance of moderate to severe frown lines (interbrow lines) between the eyebrows of adults under 65 years of age.
What is the most important information you should know about Dysport? Spread of toxin effects: In some cases, the effects of Dysport and all botulinum toxin products may affect areas of the body away from the injection site. Symptoms may occur within hours to weeks after the injection and may include swallowing and breathing problems, general weakness and muscle weakness, double vision, blurred vision and drooping eyelids, hoarseness or changes or loss of voice, difficulty speaking clearly, or loss of bladder control . Swallowing and breathing problems can be life-threatening, and deaths have been reported. If these problems existed before the injection, you are at the highest risk.
These effects may make it unsafe for you to drive a car, operate machinery, or perform other dangerous activities.
Do not receive Dysport treatment if you have: allergies to Dysport or any of its ingredients (see the ingredient list at the end of the drug guide), allergies to milk proteins, allergic reactions to any other botulinum toxin products, such as Myobloc® , Botox® or Xeomin®, have a skin infection at the planned injection site, are under 18 years of age, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.
The dosage of Dysport is different from the dosage of any other botulinum toxin product and cannot be compared with the dosage of any other product you may have used.
Tell your doctor about any swallowing or breathing difficulties and all your muscle or nerve conditions, such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis [ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease], myasthenia gravis or Lambert-Eaton syndrome, which may increase the risk of serious side effects , Including difficulty swallowing and breathing difficulties. Severe allergic reactions can occur when using Dysport. Dry eyes have also been reported.
Tell your doctor about all your medical conditions, including whether there are surgical changes on your face, the muscles in the treatment area are very weak, whether there are any abnormal changes in the face, inflammation at the injection site, drooping eyelids or drooping eyelid folds, deep facial scars, thick Oily skin, wrinkles that cannot be smoothed by separating them, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, herbs, and other natural products. Using Dysport with certain other medicines may cause serious side effects. When taking Dysport, do not start any new drugs without first consulting your doctor.
In particular, tell your doctor if you have the following conditions: Within the past four months or at any time in the past (make sure your doctor knows exactly which product you have received, recent antibiotic injections, muscle relaxants , Take allergy or cold medicine or take sleeping pills.
The most common side effects are nose and throat irritation, headache, pain at the injection site, skin reaction at the injection site, upper respiratory tract infection, eyelid swelling, drooping eyelids, sinusitis, and nausea.
Post time: Aug-23-2021