NEUROTOXIN
PRE-CARE & AFTERCARE
BEFORE YOUR APPOINTMENT
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Please be sure none of the following apply to you:
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Pregnant/Nursing
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Under 18 years old
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Have myesthenia gravis or other neuromuscular disease
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Recent eye surgery (including LASIX) one month prior or one month post treatment
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Please avoid the following for 24-48 hours prior to your procedure if possible, as they can increase risk or bruising:
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Aspirin, Ibuprofen/NSAIDs, prescription blood thinners
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Nicotine and nicotine-containing products
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Excessive caffeine (one serving per day is OK)
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Vitamin E, Fish Oil Supplements
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AFTER YOUR APPOINTMENT
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Do not go to sleep or lay flat for 4 hours
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Avoid exercise for 24 hours
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Do not undergo other facial treatments, or touch your face aside from gentle cleansing for 24 hours
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Avoid excessive alcohol
Minor headache, redness, swelling, tenderness, bruising or tingling may be present for up to 24 hours.
Although extremely uncommon- If you develop any trouble swallowing, breathing, speaking or vision impairment, please contact your healthcare provider immediately.