BOTOX Cosmetic Botulinum Toxin Type A
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Dilution Table

Easy Reconstitution

Diluent added

(0.9% sodium chloride injection)

Resulting dose/

Units per 0.1 mL

1.0 mL

10.0 U

2.0 mL

5.0 U

2.5 mL

4.0 U*

4.0 mL

2.5 U

8.0 mL

1.25 U

*Approved dose is 4 units per 0.1 mL at each of the 5 injection sites for a total dose of 20 units per 0.5 mL.

Do not exceed the recommended dosage and frequency of administration of BOTOX® Cosmetic.

  • BOTOX® Cosmetic is supplied in 100-unit vials.
  • BOTOX® Cosmetic should be reconstituted only with nonpreserved normal saline. Other diluents, including lidocaine, should not be used for reconstitution.

BOTOX® Cosmetic is indicated for the temporary improvement in the appearance of moderate to severe glabellar lines associated with corrugator and/or procerus muscle activity in patients 18 to 65 years of age.

Important Safety Information

BOTOX® Cosmetic is contraindicated in the presence of infection at the proposed injection site(s) and in individuals with known hypersensitivity to any ingredient in the formulation. There have been rare reports of adverse events involving the cardiovascular system. Serious and/or immediate hypersensitivity reactions have been reported rarely. These reactions include anaphylaxis, urticaria, soft-tissue edema, and dyspnea.

The most common adverse events following injection include blepharoptosis and nausea. Localized pain, infection, inflammation, tenderness, swelling, erythema and/or bleeding/bruising may be associated with the injection. Patients with neuromuscular disorders such as ALS, myasthenia gravis, or Lambert-Eaton syndrome may be at increased risk of serious adverse events.

Please see the additional safety information and full prescribing information.

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