Joint Formulary & PAD

Botulinum toxin type A - Overactive bladder (adults)

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Status 1

Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
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NOTE; different brands of botulinum toxin have difference licenses, please check SmPC

PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Botulinum toxin type A
Indication :
Overactive bladder (adults)
Group Name :
Keywords :
OAB, urinary incontinence, neurogenic detrusor activity, bladder dysfunction
Brand Names Include :
Botox, Dysport, Xeomin
Important Information :
  • RSFT: Urology Only
  • SASH: Botox only. Urology Only
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Supporting Documents :
1

Committee Recommendations (1)

The PCN recommends Botulinum Toxin Type A for the treatment of overactive bladder that has been urodynamically proven, conservative measures have been exhausted and where the botulinum toxin is administered by an appropriately trained specialist

Botulinum Toxin Type A (Botox) is a payment by results excluded drug, which must be prescribed by hospital specialists only. Providers are required to invoice the commissioners for activity. Botulinum Toxin will be considered RED on the traffic light system.