What’s the difference between Botox (onabotulinumtoxinA) and Dysport?
Botox and Dysport are both injectable neurotoxin treatments that belong to the family of botulinum toxins. They are used for cosmetic and medical purposes to temporarily reduce or eliminate facial wrinkles and lines caused by muscle contractions. While they have similar mechanisms of action, there are some differences between Botox and Dysport:
Formulation:
Botox: The active ingredient in Botox is onabotulinumtoxinA, which is derived from the bacterium Clostridium botulinum.
Dysport: The active ingredient in Dysport is abobotulinumtoxinA, also derived from Clostridium botulinum.
Potency:
Botox: Some studies suggest that Botox may have a slightly higher potency per unit compared to Dysport. This means that the dosages used for Dysport may be different from those used for Botox.
Dysport: While Dysport is considered less potent per unit than Botox, it can spread more easily, potentially allowing for a broader area of treatment with fewer injections.
Diffusion and Spread:
Botox: It tends to stay more localized around the injection site.
Dysport: It may spread more widely from the injection site, which could be an advantage in treating larger areas but may require careful consideration by the administering practitioner.
Onset and Duration:
Botox: The onset of Botox typically occurs within a few days to a week, and the effects can last three to four months.
Dysport: Dysport may have a faster onset, with some patients noticing results within a day or two, and the effects also lasting about three to four months.
Dosage Conversion:
Botox: There is no direct, one-to-one conversion between Botox and Dysport. The dosages used for each may vary, and the conversion ratio is not standardized.
Cost:
Botox: It is often priced per unit.
Dysport: It may be priced per unit as well, but due to the differences in potency and dosage, the overall cost for a treatment session may vary.
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