Is excessive underarm sweating interfering with daily activities? Are you afraid to raise your arms in normal situations? Do you hesitate to buy new clothes because they might be ruined by underarm sweat? Do you worry someone will notice your sweat stains? Ask your dermatologist if BOTOX^® treatment is right for you.

When excessive underarm sweating gets in the way of your daily activities and antiperspirants haven’t worked, you may be a candidate for BOTOX^® treatment.

Once you understand how this condition may affect you, schedule a visit to a dermatologist to discuss products and treatment options that are right for you.

Can BOTOX^® Treatment Help?

Yes, it’s the same formulation (Botulinum Toxin Type A) from the same company (Allergan, Inc.) as BOTOX^® Cosmetic, but in a treatment designed especially for the specific medical need of excessive underarm sweating when antiperspirants fail. BOTOX^® was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) nearly 20 years ago, and it has been used to treat a variety of medical conditions. The same formulation with dosing specific to excessive underarm sweating when antiperspirants fail was approved in 2004.

BOTOX^® neurotoxin treatment helps control excessive underarm sweating by temporarily blocking the chemical signals from the nerves that stimulate the sweat glands. When the sweat glands don’t receive chemical signals, the excessive sweating stops.

Getting Treated

During the procedure at the doctor’s office, a small amount of BOTOX^® is injected into the affected underarm area through a very fine needle. In a short appointment with your dermatologist, about 15 injections are made to the underarm area. The actual procedure takes about 10 to 15 minutes. And treatment lasts an average of 201 days!

Keep in mind that BOTOX^® treatment is not appropriate for all sufferers. You and your doctor will make the determination if it’s right for you.

You should notice a significant reduction in underarm sweating within 4 weeks of your first treatment. If you do not see a significant reduction in sweating, you should contact your healthcare provider and request a follow-up consultation.