In Memoriam Evelyn King JoAnn Fussell Leggett Sue Miller Michael H . Rohs
In Tribute Rhonda & Dr . José Biller Elizabeth Gaines Libby Kandel Robert Kunkel , MD Mary & Ken Langer ’ s 50th Wedding Anniversary Raymond McLaughlin The Migraine Cause Alexa Moses Debbie Moses ’ Yadda Yadda Yadda Party Stephen Stern , Esq . Robin Weintraub
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ( Continued )
There has not been a confirmed serious case of spread of toxin effect away from the injection site when BOTOX ® ( onabotulinumtoxinA ) has been used at the recommended dose to treat chronic migraine .
BOTOX ® may cause loss of strength or general muscle weakness , vision problems , or dizziness within hours to weeks of taking BOTOX ®. If this happens , do not drive a car , operate machinery , or do other dangerous activities .
Do not take BOTOX ® if you : are allergic to any of the ingredients in BOTOX ® ( see Medication Guide for ingredients ); had an allergic reaction to any other botulinum toxin product such as Myobloc ® ( rimabotulinumtoxinB ), Dysport ® ( abobotulinumtoxinA ), or Xeomin ® ( incobotulinumtoxinA ); have a skin infection at the planned injection site .
The dose of BOTOX ® is not the same as , or comparable to , another botulinum toxin product .
Serious and / or immediate allergic reactions have been reported . They include itching , rash , red itchy welts , wheezing , asthma symptoms , or dizziness or feeling faint . Get medical help right away if you experience symptoms ; further injection of BOTOX ® should be discontinued .
Tell your doctor about all your muscle or nerve conditions such as ALS or Lou Gehrig ’ s disease , myasthenia gravis , or Lambert-Eaton syndrome , as you may be at increased risk of serious side effects including difficulty swallowing and difficulty breathing from typical doses of BOTOX ®.
Tell your doctor about all your medical conditions , including if you : have or have had bleeding problems ; have plans to have surgery ; had surgery on your face ; weakness of forehead muscles ; trouble raising your eyebrows ; drooping eyelids ; any other abnormal facial change ; are pregnant or plan to become pregnant ( it is not known if BOTOX ® can harm your unborn baby ); are breastfeeding or plan to ( it is not known if BOTOX ® passes into breast milk ).
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take , including prescription and nonprescription medicines , vitamins , and herbal products . Using BOTOX ® with certain other medicines may cause serious side effects . Do not start any new medicines until you have told your doctor that you have received BOTOX ® in the past .
Tell your doctor if you have received any other botulinum toxin product in the last 4 months ; have received injections of botulinum toxin such as Myobloc ®, Dysport ®, or Xeomin ® in the past ( tell your doctor exactly which product you received ); have recently received an antibiotic by injection ; take muscle relaxants ; take an allergy or cold medicine ; take a sleep medicine ; take aspirin-like products or blood thinners .
Other side effects of BOTOX ® include : dry mouth , discomfort or pain at the injection site , tiredness , headache , neck pain , and eye problems : double vision , blurred vision , decreased eyesight , drooping eyelids , swelling of your eyelids , and dry eyes .
For more information refer to the Medication Guide or talk with your doctor .
You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA . Visit www . fda . gov / medwatch or call 1-800-FDA-1088 .
In Memory / Tributes
The practice of asking for donations to a favorite charity in memory of a deceased relative or friend is very thoughtful . A gift may also be given as a tribute in the name of a friend or relative to commemorate significant occasions , such as birthdays , anniversaries , or special events .
During the past year , such requests have resulted in donations which benefit the National Headache Foundation . Acknowledgments of memorial gifts and tributes are mailed to the family or individual . We thank those benefactors and their families who have supported the NHF and its mission .
In Memoriam Evelyn King JoAnn Fussell Leggett Sue Miller Michael H . Rohs
In Tribute Rhonda & Dr . José Biller Elizabeth Gaines Libby Kandel Robert Kunkel , MD Mary & Ken Langer ’ s 50th Wedding Anniversary Raymond McLaughlin The Migraine Cause Alexa Moses Debbie Moses ’ Yadda Yadda Yadda Party Stephen Stern , Esq . Robin Weintraub
Please refer to the Summary of Information about BOTOX ® on the following page . www . headaches . org | National Headache Foundation 11
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