What We Tested…
Dysport, an aesthetic injectable treatment (prices vary, Dysport)
Indication: Dysport® (abobotulinumtoxinA) is a prescription injection for temporary improvement in the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) in adults less than 65 years of age.
Please read full Important Safety Information for Dysport, including Distant Spread of Toxin Effect Boxed Warning, at the end of the of this article.
Why Stefanie Tested…
Test Results…
Natural-looking. I was so impressed with how well it worked while still looking natural and allowing me to be expressive. Plus, it doesn’t look like I did “too much.”
Easy. The entire process was so painless. I had tried a different injectable a few months ago and that one felt quite painful. Dysport was quick and it helped that I had the support of a really excellent doctor.
14 days after treatment. 50 Units Dysport between the eyebrows.
Actual Dysport® patient. Individual results may vary.
The most common side effects include nose and throat irritation, injection site pain, upper respiratory infection, blood in urine, headache, injection site reaction, eyelid swelling, eyelid drooping, sinus infection, and nausea.
Why Sarah Tested…
Test Results…
Smooth look. Whenever I grimaced or made a strong expression, I hated the lines that immediately formed between my brows. After trying Dysport, I only see smooth skin when I scrunch my face.
Minimal aftercare. Compared to most beauty treatments, the aftercare post-injection was very simple. My doctor told me not to lie flat or rub the area for four hours, and to skip intense workouts and hot temps for 24 hours. Easy peasy.
14 days after treatment. 50 Units Dysport between the eyebrows.
Actual Dysport® patient. Individual results may vary.
The most common side effects include nose and throat irritation, injection site pain, upper respiratory infection, blood in urine, headache, injection site reaction, eyelid swelling, eyelid drooping, sinus infection, and nausea.
Why Sahara Tested…
Test Results…
Fast results. It was really exciting to watch the results kick in so quickly — even after a day or two. It’s now so smooth in between my brows and it gives me a nice brow lift, too.
Quick process. The doctor talked me through each step clearly, but the whole process only took a few minutes. Although the injections were done swiftly, I felt comfortable and safe from beginning to end.
14 days after treatment. 50 Units Dysport between the eyebrows.
Actual Dysport® patient. Individual results may vary.
The most common side effects include nose and throat irritation, injection site pain, upper respiratory infection, blood in urine, headache, injection site reaction, eyelid swelling, eyelid drooping, sinus infection, and nausea.
Side Notes…
Maintenance upkeep. 95% of Dysport users were satisfied with just two treatments per year.1* Translation: minimal effort, maximum refresh.
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The Fine Details…
Dysport, an aesthetic injectable treatment (prices vary, Dysport)
Visit dysportusa.com to find an aesthetic specialist near you.
*Users=clinical trial subjects. Subject-reported at 12 months (N=120) after 2 treatments 6 months apart in a phase IV, multicenter, prospective study.
Reference:
1. Schlessinger J, Cohen JL, Shamban A, et al. A multicenter study to evaluate subject satisfaction with two treatments of AbobotulinumtoxinA a year in the glabellar lines. Dermatol Surg. 2021;47(4):504-509.
Important Safety Information
Indication: Dysport® (abobotulinumtoxinA) is a prescription injection for temporary improvement in the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) in adults less than 65 years of age.
WARNING: DISTANT SPREAD OF TOXIN EFFECTS
What is the most important information you should know about Dysport? In some cases, the effects of Dysport and all botulinum toxin products may affect areas of the body away from the injection site. Symptoms can happen hours to weeks after injection and may include swallowing and breathing problems, loss of strength and muscle weakness all over the body, double vision, blurred vision and drooping eyelids, hoarseness or change or loss of voice, trouble saying words clearly, or loss of bladder control. Swallowing and breathing problems can be life threatening and there have been reports of death. You are at the highest risk if these problems are pre‐existing before injection. These effects could make it unsafe for you to drive a car, operate machinery, or do other dangerous activities.
Do not have Dysport treatment if you: are allergic to Dysport or any of its ingredients (see the end of the Medication Guide for a list of ingredients), are allergic to cow’s milk protein, had an allergic reaction to any other botulinum toxin product, such as Myobloc® (rimabotulinumtoxinB), Botox® (onabotulinumtoxinA), or Xeomin® (incobotulinumtoxinA), have a skin infection at the planned injection site, under 18 years of age, or are pregnant or breastfeeding.
The dose of Dysport is not the same as the dose of any other botulinum toxin product and cannot be compared to the dose of any other product you may have used.
Tell your doctor about any swallowing or breathing difficulties and all your muscle or nerve conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis [ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease], myasthenia gravis, or Lambert‐Eaton syndrome, which may increase the risk of serious side effects including difficulty swallowing and difficulty breathing. Serious allergic reactions have occurred with the use of Dysport. Dry eye has also been reported.
Tell your doctor about all of your medical conditions, including if you have surgical changes to your face, very weak muscles in the treatment area, any abnormal facial change, injection site inflammation, droopy eyelids or sagging eyelid folds, deep facial scars, thick oily skin, wrinkles that can’t be smoothed by spreading them apart, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or planning to become pregnant or breastfeed.
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins and herbal and other natural products. Using Dysport with certain other medicines may cause serious side effects. Do not start any new medicines while taking Dysport without talking to your doctor first.
Especially tell your doctor if you: have received any other botulinum toxin product, such as Myobloc® (rimabotulinumtoxinB), Botox® (onabotulinumtoxinA), or Xeomin® (incobotulinumtoxinA), in the last four months or any in the past (be sure your doctor knows exactly which product you received), have recently received an antibiotic by injection, take muscle relaxants, take an allergy or cold medicine, or take a sleep medicine.
Common Side Effects
The most common side effects include nose and throat irritation, injection site pain, upper respiratory infection, blood in urine, headache, injection site reaction, eyelid swelling, eyelid drooping, sinus infection, and nausea.
Ask your doctor if Dysport is right for you.
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA.
Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch or call 1‐800‐FDA‐1088.
Please see Dysport Full Prescribing Information including Medication Guide at DysportUSA.com.
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