Joint Formulary & PAD

Botulinum toxin type A - Facial spasm

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Status 1

Red
Formulations :
  • Injection
Associated Icons :
SPC
Restrictions / Comments :
Important
  • RSFT: Opthalmology and Neurology only. Dysport to be supplied to neurology if specifically requested
  • SASH: Xeomin only

Documentation

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PAD Profile

ChemicalSubstance :
Botulinum toxin type A
Indication :
Facial spasm
Group Name :
Keywords :
Blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm, myofascial pain
Brand Names Include :
Botox, Xeomin, Dysport
Important Information :

Includes blepharospasm and hemifacial spasm. NOTE; different brands of botulinum toxin have difference licenses, please check SmPC.

Latest Additions Date From :
Latest Additions Date To :
Guidelines :
Supporting Documents :
0

Committee Recommendations (1)

The Surrey Heartlands Area Prescribing Committee agreed the traffic light status of this drug and indication as part of the Joint Formulary review.

Other Drugs

Below are listed other drugs that are used to treat Facial spasm.

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