A review of onabotulinumtoxinA (Botox)

Aesthet Surg J. 2013 Mar;33(1 Suppl):9S-12S. doi: 10.1177/1090820X12474629.

Abstract

OnabotulinumtoxinA was introduced to the US market in 2002 as the first botulinum toxin type A (BoNTA) approved for facial aesthetics. This article provides an overview of onabotulinumtoxinA's uses and indications as well as safety and efficacy data. As with other BoNTA products, onabotulinumtoxinA is generally well tolerated. Consideration is also given to clinical applications of the product. Information on handling, storage, and dosing is provided.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Botulinum Toxins, Type A* / therapeutic use
  • Humans
  • Rejuvenation*

Substances

  • Botulinum Toxins, Type A