Xeomin ratings & reviews

IncobotulinumtoxinA
Company: Merz Pharm
Brand: Xeomin
Drug class: Musculo-Skeletal System
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Musculo-Skeletal System, Muscle Relaxants, Muscle Relaxants, Other Neuromuscular Blockers

Sermo AI Overview

  • While Xeomin is well-regarded for treating cervical dystonia and blepharospasm with efficacy ratings around 4.6 and 4.1 respectively, its performance in spasticity is more moderate, reflecting variability in treatment outcomes.
  • Concerns about cost accessibility are noted by physicians, particularly in spasticity treatment, as Xeomin can be seen as expensive despite its favorable safety profile and efficacy in certain conditions.
  • Some healthcare providers indicate that Xeomin may not last as long as other alternatives like Botox, potentially affecting patient preference and treatment choices in cosmetic applications.
  • Xeomin generally shows good tolerability and safety, with adherence rates averaging 4.0 and overall safety ratings around 4.0. This reflects patient manageability and prescriber confidence regarding its use across indications.
Based on insights from Sermo’s triple verified physicians

Description

Xeomin contains botulinum toxin type A, a neurotoxin produced from the Hall strain serotype A, in the form of incobotulinumtoxinA. It is provided as a lyophilized powder for reconstitution and is administered via intramuscular or intra-salivary gland injection. Each vial contains 50 Units, 100 Units, or 200 Units of incobotulinumtoxinA, along with human albumin and sucrose as inactive ingredients. Xeomin is prepared for use by reconstituting it with preservative-free sodium chloride.

Source: This information is sourced from FDA and powered by AI

Dosage & Administration

How should I use this medication?

This medication is injected into a muscle. It is given by your care team in a hospital or clinic setting. A special MedGuide will be given to you before each treatment. Be sure to read this information carefully each time. Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While it may be prescribed for children as young as 2 years for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once. NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

This does not apply.

Where should I keep my medication?

This medication is given in a hospital or clinic. It will not be stored at home.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Side Effects

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible: -Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat -Dryness or irritation of the eyes, eye pain, change in vision, sensitivity to light -Spread of botulinum toxin effects—unusual weakness or fatigue, blurry or double vision, trouble swallowing, hoarseness or trouble speaking, trouble breathing, loss of bladder control Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome): -Dry mouth -Eyelid drooping -Headache -Muscle pain -Pain, redness, or irritation at injection site -Runny or stuffy nose

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Warnings & Precautions

What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions: -Conditions that affect your nerves or muscles, such as myasthenia gravis -Eyelid drooping -History of eye surgery or surgery on your face -Lung disease -Skin infection at the planned injection site -Trouble speaking -Trouble swallowing -An unusual or allergic reaction to botulinum toxin, albumin, sucrose, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives -Pregnant or trying to get pregnant -Breast-feeding

What may interact with this medication?

-Antihistamines for allergy, cough, and cold -Atropine -Certain antibiotics, such as gentamicin, neomycin, or tobramycin -Certain medications for bladder problems, such as oxybutynin or tolterodine -Certain medications for Parkinson disease, such as benztropine or trihexyphenidyl -Certain medications for stomach problems, such as dicyclomine or hyoscyamine -Certain medications for travel sickness, such as scopolamine -Certain medications that prevent or treat blood clots, such as warfarin, enoxaparin, or dalteparin -Ipratropium -Medications that help you fall asleep -Medications that relax muscles -Other botulinum toxin injections

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medication?

Your condition will be monitored carefully while you are receiving this medication. This medication will cause weakness in the muscle where it is injected. Tell your care team if you feel unusually weak in other muscles. Get medical help right away if you have problems with breathing, swallowing, or talking. This medication contains albumin from human blood. Talk to your care team about the risks and benefits of this medication. If your activities have been limited by your condition, go back to your regular routine slowly after treatment with this medication. You may get muscle weakness, blurred vision, or drooping eyelids. If this happens, do not drive, use machinery, or do other dangerous activities.

What are the most serious risks of this medication?

This medicine may cause symptoms of a serious condition called botulism. The effects of this medicine can spread away from the place it was injected to other areas of the body. These symptoms can happen within hours, days, or weeks after your injection.

Source: This information is sourced from Elsevier Inc.

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