Botox® for Excessive Sweating

Important notice regarding Before & After photos
In April 2010, the Medical Council of New Zealand declared that no New Zealand medical doctor can use 'Before and after' photos of their treatments and procedures on their websites or in any form of advertising. However, 'Before and After' images can be shown and discussed during a consultation. If you are interested in a procedure or treatment and would like to view 'Before and After' images as part of your decision making process, please contact us to book a consultation at one of our clinics.


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Hyperhidrosis is a condition that results in sweating that exceeds the normal amount required to maintain a consistent body temperature. The main areas affected are the underarms, hands, feet and groin area.

This patient suffers from Hyperhidrosis of the underarms. A mixture containing starch and iodine has been applied to the area immediately prior to her treatment. The combination of this mixture and any excess sweat on the skin causes the solution to turn black, showing the area most affected by this condition.

The 'after' photo, taken two weeks after her treatment, shows a yellow area in the same region. There are no black areas because her treatment has been effective and there is no longer any excessive amounts of sweat on the skin, therefore no reaction can occur. The yellow colour is caused by the natural colour of iodine.

Botox is not a permanent cure for this condition, but it can relieve excessive sweating by up to 80% for an average of 7 months.

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Important information from Allergan Pharmaceuticals
"Botox® is a Prescription Medicine containing 100 units of clostridium botulinum Type A toxin complex for injection. It is used for the treatment of severe frown lines and associated 'crows feet' around the eyes. It should be administered by trained medical professionals. Talk to your specialist about the benefits/risks of this procedure in appearance medicine. Cautions: people with defective neuro-muscular transmission disorders, presence of infection at site of injection, glaucoma, pregnancy and lactation. Possible side effects include headaches, pain, burning or redness at injection site, local muscle weakness including drooping eye lids, lack of feeling & nausea. If you have side effects or concerns speak to your doctor. A charge applies. Allergan Pharmaceuticals, Auckland.” “Note: Botox® treatment lasts about four months and after this time further courses of treatment may be necessary. Speak to your specialist about your own situation”.