Edit Are There Side Effects to Treating Migraines With Botox?

<div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="full-width pb-30"> <div><strong>Are There Side Effects to Treating Migraines With Botox?</strong> <div> <div> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Side effects of using Botox for migraines and other brands of botulinum toxin are rare, but can include:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Exacerbation or increase in headaches/migraines</p> </li> <li> <p>Neck muscle stiffness or pain</p> </li> <li> <p>Swelling</p> </li> <li> <p>Allergic reaction</p> </li> <li> <p>Droopy eyelids</p> </li> <li> <p>Dry eyes or mouth</p> </li> <li> <p>Facial paralysis</p> </li> </ul> <p>The most dangerous complications are double vision and difficulty breathing, but these are thankfully extremely rare.#</p> <p><strong>If you experience any side effects or complications, contact your practitioner immediately.</strong></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="container"> <div class="row"> <div class="full-width pb-30"> <div><strong>Who Should You Trust to Treat Your Migraines With Botox?</strong> <div> <div> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">Using Botox for migraine is a medical treatment, so it's really important you see a medically-qualified practitioner with specific training in this area.</p> <p>They should have undergone training in anatomy and physiology, as well as being accountable to a regulatory body such as the <a title="General Medical Council (GMC)" href="https://www.gmc-uk.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">General Medical Council (GMC)</a>, <a title="Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)" href="https://www.nmc.org.uk/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC)</a>, or <a title="General Dental Council (GDC)" href="https://www.gdc-uk.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">General Dental Council (GDC)</a>.</p> <p>They should also be able to advise you of the risks of injectable migraine treatment and be confident in handling complications if they arise.</p> <p><a title="Check out our handy guide for finding a trusted expert who offers Botox for migraine." href="/products/botox/who-should-you-trust-to-do-your-botox" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Check out our handy guide for finding a trusted expert who offers Botox for migraine.</a></p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div>

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