Daxxify the long awaited longer acting neurotoxin. Botox, Dysport, Newtox, Xeomin all have a duration of action of 3 months. Now the FDA has approved Daxxify (daxibotulinumtoxin A) for temporary correction of moderate to severe glabellar lines (# 11 lines on the forehead). The Daxxify will last for 6 months and up to 9 months in some patients. Daxxify is based on peptide exchange technology.
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What is the science of Daxxify?
It is an acetylcholine release inhibitior and neuromuscular blocking agent.
What is the recommended dose for Glabellar lines?
40 units
Who should not have Daxxify?
Known hypersensitivity to any botulinum toxin or any components in the Daxxify formulation. Infection at the injection site.
