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Botox For Hyperhidrosis
Indian Board Certified Cosmetic DermatologistM.D, DVD, DNB
IADVL MEMBER
Why Botox For Hyperhidrosis?
The possible reasons why botox is required for hyperhidrosis can be attributed to
- Failure of topical anti-perspirants
- Low confidence and resulting emotional and psychological burden due to constant sweating
- Difficulty in performing day to day tasks
There are two main types of Botulinum toxins which are used in case of hyperhidrosis. They are
- Botulinum toxin-A
- Botulinum toxin-B
The most commonly used Botulinum toxin in treatment for hyperhidrosis is Botulinum toxin-A but in case when the patients fails to show any improvement in symptoms then Botulinum toxin-B can also be used.
The dosage for botox depends on the area treated.The dosage is as follows
| Sr no | Area to be treated | Dosage |
| 1 | Underarms | 40 to 50 Unit per underarm side |
| 2 | Palms | 70 to 75 Unit per palm |
| 3 | Soles of feet
| 100 to 125 Units per sole |
Your cosmetic dermatologist will be the best to guide you on the dosage depending on the area that needs treatment.
The procedure for Botox injection is as follows
- Your dermatologist first cleans and shaves the area in case of underarms where Botox is to be injected
- Betadine solution is applied
- Then starch powder is sprinkled
- A very intense dark blue coloration shows a positive test for hyperhidrosis
- The area is cleaned
- The area is marked by sketch pen
- 1 unit per marked area of Botox is injected