What Are The Side Effects of Botox?

Botox is a purified and diluted form of botulism, a neurotoxin, commonly used in elective cosmetic procedures. In 2008 the Food and Drug Administration issued a public health warning after reports of deaths, breathing problems and other dangerous side effects caused by Botox. These side effects could be serious and need immediate medical attention.

Signs of Botox’s toxin effect, botulism, include:

• Muscle weakness
• Double vision
• Blurred vision
• Droopy eyelids
• Voice changes
• Speech problems
• Loss of bladder control
• Difficulty breathing
• Difficulty swallowing

What Should I Do if I Suffer Side Effects from Botox?

While people are conditioned to trust their doctors and the drug companies to be sure the products are safe, it is not always true. People like Dr. Sharla Helton suffer because they are not given adequate warning about the dangers of drugs like Botox. And as a result, she lost her livelihood as a medical practitioner. But by contacting a legal professional, she was able to hold the responsible parties accountable and achieve justice.

If you or someone you love has been injured by Botox injections, you need to take action. Contact the defective drugs lawyers at the Oklahoma law firm of Atkins & Markoff today to schedule an initial consultation.