Meadowbrook Laser Skin Care & Vein Clinic   3907 34th Street
Edmonton, Alberta

INJECTABLE MUSCLE RELAXANTS

Muscle relaxants inhibit muscle movement that cause problem wrinkles. They are made up of a protein produced by a bacterium. Injectable muscle relaxants are commonly used in the face to relax frown lines between the eyebrows, crow's feet and horizontal lines in the forehead. They can also be combined with other treatments such as dermal fillers. They have also been used to treat chronic migraine headaches, muscle spasms and TMJ. The cost of muscle relaxants for medical use is covered by most drug plans however there may be a charge for the injection by the physician.


Frequently Asked Questions

How long will the muscle relaxants last?
The benefits of these injections are visible within 5-12 days and will last for 3-4 months.

What are the potential side effects of injectable muscle relaxants?
Common side effects are:
  • Pain at the injection site
  • Headaches
  • Bruising
  • Swelling
  • Bleeding
Very Rarely, more serious side effects can occur: These can include:
  • loss of strength and muscle weakness all over body
  • double vision
  • blurred vision and drooping eyelids
  • hoarseness, change, or loss of voice (dysphonia)
  • trouble saying words clearly (dysarthria)
  • trouble breathing
  • trouble swallowing

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