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Botox: Contraindications, Precare and Aftercare Instructions

17 February 2025 | Omniya Clinic

Introduction

Welcome to Omniya Clinic’s guide to your Botox treatment. Below, you will find comprehensive contraindications, pre-care and post-care information for your treatment. If you have any questions, please contact our reception team who will be happy to assist you.

Medical History

If it is your first time seeing your practitioner at Omniya Clinic please click here to fill out your Medical History Form in advance of your appointment.

Instructions:

Upon making an appointment, an account will be created for you. Please select 'Yes, I've already got a profile!' and then 'recover password' and you will receive an email to set a new password - please check your Spam/Junk folder.

Please note: If there are any medical changes or if you have been taking any new medication since the last time you visited us, please inform us before you attend the clinic to ensure you are still suitable to have the treatment.

Contraindications

This treatment is contraindicated if you have or are:

  • Allergy: Known hypersensitivity or allergy to botulinum toxin type A or any of its components (e.g. human albumin).
  • Infection/Inflammation: Presence of an active infection or inflammation at or near the injection site.
  • Neuromuscular Disorders: Conditions such as myasthenia gravis, Lambert–Eaton syndrome, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), or other neuromuscular junction disorders.
  • Medications: Concurrent use of medications (e.g. aminoglycoside antibiotics or muscle relaxants) that may interfere with neuromuscular transmission.
  • Pregnant/Breastfeeding: Generally contraindicated during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
  • Previous Adverse Reaction: History of an adverse reaction to botulinum toxin treatments.

Pre Treatment Advice

Please:

  • Avoid alcohol for 24 hours before treatment
  • Do not engage in strenuous exercise on the day of treatment
  • Arrive with a clean, makeup-free face

Post Treatment Instructions & Expectations

  • You should remain upright and refrain from touching the treated area for 3-4 hours.
  • Do not engage in strenuous exercise for 24 hours after the treatment.
  • You should avoid alcohol for 24 hours following the treatment.
  • Do not massage the area and avoid rubbing a towel on the area for 48 hours.
  • Results can take upto 14 days to become effective, botulinum toxin is a temporary treatment, to maintain results treatment is recommended every 3-6 months. Top ups are normally performed 2 weeks after the treatment.

When to Contact Us

Important: In Case of Side Effects or Concerns

If you experience any unexpected side effects or notice any changes that concern you, please contact the clinic immediately. In particular, any skin colour changes, such as an area of skin becoming purple or red, or bruising which appears abnormal:

  • By Phone: Call 0207 584 4777 (Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM–8:00 PM).
    If you call outside these hours, you will reach an answering service that will notify the clinic promptly in case of emergencies.

  • By Email: hello@omniya.co.uk
    Send an email with the subject line URGENT (and please include a photo)

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We look forward to supporting you throughout your treatment journey and helping you achieve excellent results.

Omniya Clinic

Omniya is a leading health and aesthetic clinic in London, specialising in Botox, fillers, hormone therapy, TRT, HRT, facials, hair removal and other cosmetic treatments in Knightsbridge, London. Visit our website to learn more about us or give us a call. Omniya Clinic is a specialist health, aesthetic and cosmetic clinic in Knightsbridge, London, and the centre of excellence for wellbeing.


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