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Compare Botox Cosmetic vs. Daxxify

Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, warnings, and more.

Key takeaways

Botox Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA) and Daxxify (daxibotulinumtoxinA) are both neuromuscular blockers used to temporarily improve the appearance of frown lines. They work by relaxing muscles to reduce wrinkles. However, they have some differences. Botox Cosmetic is specifically approved for frown lines, forehead lines, and crow's feet, while Daxxify is approved for frown lines and neck spasms (cervical dystonia). Botox Cosmetic is typically injected every 3 months, with effects lasting up to 4 months, whereas Daxxify can last up to 6 months or longer. Both medications are only available as injections given by a healthcare provider, but neither is available in a generic form. Common side effects for both include headache, drooping eyelids, injection site reactions and muscle weakness. Both medications carry risks of serious side effects if the toxin spreads beyond the injection site, so it's important to follow your provider's instructions carefully.

  • Botox cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA)
    Daxxify
  • Botox cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA)
    Daxxify

  • Summary of Botox Cosmetic vs. Daxxify

    Summary for Neuromuscular blocker
    Prescription only

    Botox Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA) is a prescription injection used in adults to temporarily improve the look of facial lines. It's FDA approved to treat moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows, forehead lines, crow’s feet, and neck lines. The medication is injected directly into the facial muscles by a trained healthcare professional. Side effects can vary depending on the injection site and can include headache and droopy eyelids. <br> Botox Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA) is different from medical Botox, which is used for certain health conditions like migraines or muscle spasms.

    Summary for Neuromuscular blocker
    Prescription only

    Daxxify (daxibotulinumtoxinA or daxibotulinumtoxinA-lanm) is an FDA-approved medication for adults to temporarily improve the appearance of frown lines (wrinkles between your eyebrows and in your forehead). It's also used to treat cervical dystonia (muscle spasms in the neck). This medication is injected into the muscles by a trained healthcare provider. Common side effects include headache and pain at the injection site. Daxxify seems to last longer than other botulinum toxin injections (e.g., Botox).

  • Indications of Botox Cosmetic vs. Daxxify

    Indications for

    Temporarily improves the appearance of moderate to severe facial lines, including:

    •Frown lines
    •Crow's feet
    •Forehead lines
    •Neck lines
    Indications for
    •Temporary improvement in the appearance of moderate-to-severe frown lines (glabellar lines) in adults
    •Neck spasms (cervical dystonia) in adults

  • Pros and Cons of Botox Cosmetic vs. Daxxify

    Pros and Const for Neuromuscular blocker
    Pros
    •Can treat many facial and neck lines at the same time
    •Might start to see results within days
    •Lasts up to 3 to 4 months
    •Quick recovery time after injections
    Cons
    •Needs to be injected by a trained healthcare professional
    •Injections can be uncomfortable
    •Not permanent, requires repeat injections
    •Side effects include droopy eyelids and headache
    Pros and Const for Neuromuscular blocker
    Pros
    •Works well to improve the look of frown lines
    •Can last for up to 6 months or longer for moderate-to-severe frown lines
    •Injected directly into the muscles causing your condition to help them relax
    •Given by a trained healthcare provider
    Cons
    •Injections can be painful
    •Can cause headache and muscle weakness
    •Requires repeat injections since effects are temporary
    •Brand only

  • Common Side Effects of Botox Cosmetic vs. Daxxify

    Common Side Effects for

    Frown lines:

    •Droopy eyelids (3%)

    Crow's feet:

    •Eyelid swelling (1%)

    Forehead lines:

    •Headache (9%)
    Common Side Effects for

    Frown lines

    •Headache (6%)
    •Injection site reactions (e.g., pain, redness, swelling; 6%)
    •Drooping eyelids (2%)
    •Trouble moving parts of the face (1%)

    Cervical dystonia

    •Headache (7-9%)
    •Injection site reactions (e.g., pain, redness; up to 8%)
    •Upper respiratory tract infection (up to 5%)
    •Muscle weakness (2-5%)
    •Muscle and bone pain (4%)
    •Trouble swallowing (2-4%)
    •Spine pain (2-3%)

  • Warnings of Botox Cosmetic vs. Daxxify

    Common Side Effects for
    •Spread of toxin effect
    •Serious allergic reaction
    •Heart-related side effects
    •Difficulty swallowing or breathing
    •Eye and vision problems
    •Transmission of diseases
    Common Side Effects for
    •Spread of toxin effects
    •Allergic reaction
    •Worsening of certain conditions
    •Difficulty swallowing or breathing
    •Reduced blinking, dry eye, and vision changes (when used for frown lines)

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