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What is the recommended starting dose of onabotulinumtoxinA (Botox) for treating axillary hyperhidrosis?
The recommended starting dose of onabotulinumtoxinA (Botox) for treating axillary hyperhidrosis is 45–50 units per axilla.
For the treatment of axillary hyperhidrosis, the recommended starting dose of onabotulinumtoxinA (Botox) is 45–50 units per axilla. This dosage is administered through a series of 20 injections per axilla, with each injection delivering 2.5 units of Botox. This approach is designed to effectively reduce excessive sweating by targeting the sweat glands in the dermis.
Key points
- Recommended starting dose: 45–50 units per axilla.
- Administered via 20 injections per axilla.
- Each injection delivers 2.5 units of Botox.
- Treatment targets sweat glands to reduce perspiration.
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