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Xeomin®

What is Xeomin® ?
Xeomin® is an antiwrinkle injectable treatment. It is composed of Botulinum Toxin Type A. This is derived from bacteria. When small amounts of Xeomin® is injected into a muscle it reduces the action of the nerve to stimulate the muscle therefore the muscle remains in a more relaxed state.
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What is Xeomin® Made from?
This is a toxin derived from the bacteria, Clostridium Botulinum. Xeomin® solution to be inj is made up of 100 units of Xeomin® and 2.5ml of normal saline.
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What Are The Treatment Benefits Of Xeomin®?
A refreshed more youthful appearance Treatments take a short period of time Generally pain is kept to a minimum Fine lines and wrinkles can be reduced It lasts for up to 10 to 12 weeks or longer in some instances. Levels of anti-wrinkle treatment can be chosen.
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What Areas Of The Body Are Xeomin® Used ?
It is recommended to use Xeomin® on the forehead, on frown lines and lateral to the eyes known as the crows feet. Other areas can include, bunny lines, around the mouth and chin.
Do Xeomin® Injections Hurt ?
Injections of Xeomin® are provided using a fine needle. Generally customers receiving Xeomin® do not ask for any pain reducing cream. If you are sensitive to pain please et us know as there are solutions available
How Long Does Xeomin® Take To Work ?
You may notice some changes after day 3, while full effects can occur from anywhere between 10 and 14 days. Generally Xeomin® treatment can last up to 4 months

Consumer Information

Xeomin® is a Prescription Medicine containing 50, 100 units of incobotulinum Type A, purified Botulinum toxin type A complex for injection. It is used for the treatment of frown lines on the forehead, lateral periorbital lines and horizontal forehead lines in adults. It should be administered only by trained medical professionals. Talk to your specialist about the benefits/risks of this procedure in appearance medicine. Xeomin treatment lasts about four months and further courses of treatment may be necessary. Cautions: people receiving blood thinning medicines, care at the proposed injection sites, pregnancy and lactation.Possible side effects: headache, pain, swelling or infection atinjection site, local muscle weakness including drooping eye lids, lack of feeling & nausea.Treatment last for up to 4 months.You will need to pay for this medicine. Discuss with your specialist if Xeomin is right for you. For more information or for a copy of CMI please contact the NZ distributor: Merz, Sydney. Distributed by Healthcare Logistics, Auckland