Can BOTOX® treatment help?

BOTOX® is FDA approved for severe underarm sweating when topical agents don’t work. BOTOX® treatment helps control this condition by temporarily blocking the chemical signals from the nerves that stimulate the sweat glands. When the sweat glands don’t receive chemical signals, the severe sweating stops.

What is treatment with BOTOX® like?

The procedure is relatively straightforward. A small volume of BOTOX® solution is injected into the affected underarm area through a very fine needle. The needle is placed just under the skin, so you may experience some injection-related discomfort. You will receive multiple injections based on your doctor’s assessment of the area that needs to be treated.

What should I expect after I have received BOTOX® treatment?

You should notice a significant reduction in underarm sweating within 4 weeks of your first treatment. There is a possibility that some sweat glands may be missed, and you may continue to experience some sweating from the untreated areas. If you do not see a significant reduction in sweating, you should contact your doctor and request a follow-up consultation.

How effective is BOTOX® treatment?

BOTOX^® treatment is very effective. Clinical studies found the following...

• 57 out of 104 BOTOX® treated patients (55%) achieved significant improvement in disease severity—compared to only 6 out of 108 treated with placebo (6%)
• 78 out of 104 BOTOX® treated patients (75%) achieved an effective response 4 weeks after treatment 1 compared to only 27 out of 108 treated with placebo (25%)¹
• 84 out of 104 BOTOX® treated patients (81%) achieved a greater than 50% reduction in sweating—compared to only 44 out of 108 treated without BOTOX® (41%)

How long does a BOTOX® treatment last?

In a clinical study, half of the patients had a treatment duration of at least 201 days or 6.7 months. It is not a cure; your symptoms will return gradually, and you will know when the time is right for another treatment. Your doctor will recommend a treatment strategy to ensure that you receive the best possible results with BOTOX^® treatment.

Are there any safety concerns with BOTOX® treatment?

BOTOX^® has been used therapeutically for 17 years to treat a variety of medical conditions. It is approved in more than 75 countries. In fact, BOTOX^® for therapeutic use remains one of the most widely researched medicines in the world. In 2004, BOTOX^® treatment was FDA approved for excessive underarm sweating when topical agents don’t work.

How can I find out if my insurance covers BOTOX® treatment?

In the US today, more than 85% of managed healthcare lives have coverage for this condition. The BOTOX^® Reimbursement Solutions Hotline can work with you and your physician to facilitate the reimbursement process.

To find out about what kind of coverage your plan offers for BOTOX®, talk to your doctor or call the BOTOX® Reimbursement Solutions Hotline at 1-800-530-6680, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern time.

Want to learn more?

For more information about BOTOX® treatment for severe primary axillary hyperhidrosis inadequately managed with topical agents, visit www.botoxseveresweating.com.