Botox isn’t just for wrinkles any more! The FDA approved Botox in 2010 for treatment of chronic migraines. 

Botox is a man made drug that comes from a toxin produced by the bacteria Clostridium botulinum. Botulinum toxin is a neurotoxin that is one of the most poisonous biological substances known.

 

How does Botox work?

Botox enters the nerve endings at the injection sites and blocks the release of chemicals involved in pain. This essentially prevents pain signals from going to the brain, relieving migraines. 

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