Dysport®

DYSPORT™ is a prescription medicine that is injected into muscles and used:

  • to treat the abnormal head position and neck pain that happens with cervical dystonia (CD) in adults*
  • to improve the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) in adults younger than 65 years of age for a short period of time (temporary)*

CD is caused by muscle spasms in the neck. These spasms cause abnormal position of the head and often neck pain. After DYSPORT™ is injected into muscles, those muscles are weakened for up to 12 to 16 weeks or longer. This may help lessen your symptoms.

Frown lines (wrinkles) happen because the muscles that control facial expression are used often (muscle tightening over and over). After DYSPORT™ is injected into the muscles that control facial expression, the medicine stops the tightening of these muscles for up to 4 months.*

It is not known whether DYSPORT™ is safe or effective in children under 18 years of age.

It is not known whether DYSPORT™ is safe or effective for the treatment of other types of muscle spasms. It is not known whether DYSPORT™ is safe or effective for the treatment of other wrinkles.

*Disclaimer: Result may vary from person to person.

FAQ

Who should not take DYSPORT™?

Do not take DYSPORT™ if you:

  • are allergic to DYSPORT™ or any of the ingredients in DYSPORT™. See the end of this Medication Guide for a list of ingredients in DYSPORT™
  • are allergic to cow’s milk protein
  • had an allergic reaction to any other botulinum toxin product such as Myobloc® or Botox®
  • have a skin infection at the planned injection site

What should I tell my doctor before taking DYSPORT™?

Tell your doctor about all your medical conditions, including if you have:

  • a disease that affects your muscles and nerves (such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis [ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease], myasthenia gravis or Lambert-Eaton syndrome). See “What is the most important information I should know about DYSPORT™?”
  • allergies to any botulinum toxin product
  • had any side effect from any botulinum toxin product in the past
  • a breathing problem, such as asthma or emphysema
  • swallowing problems
  • bleeding problems
  • diabetes
  • a slow heartbeat or other problem with your heart rate or rhythm
  • plans to have surgery
  • had surgery on your face
  • weakness of your forehead muscles (such as trouble raising your eyebrows)
  • drooping eyelids
  • any other change in the way your face normally looks


Tell your doctor if you:

  • are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. It is not known if DYSPORT™ can harm your unborn baby
  • are breast-feeding or planning to breast-feed. It is not known if DYSPORT™ passes into breast milk


Especially tell your doctor if you:

  • have received any other botulinum toxin product in the last four months
  • have received injections of botulinum toxin, such as Myobloc® (Botulinum Toxin Type B) or Botox®(Botulinum Toxin Type A) in the past; be sure your doctor knows exactly which product you received
  • have recently received an antibiotic by injection
  • take muscle relaxants
  • take an allergy or cold medicine
  • take a sleep medicine

How should I take DYSPORT™?

  • DYSPORT™ is an injection that your doctor will give you
  • DYSPORT™ is injected into the affected muscles
  • Your doctor may give you another dose of DYSPORT™ after 12 weeks or longer, if it is needed
  • If you are being treated for CD, your doctor may change your dose of DYSPORT™, until you and your doctor find the best dose for you
  • The dose of DYSPORT™ is not the same as the dose of any other botulinum toxin product

What should I avoid while taking DYSPORT™?

DYSPORT™ may cause loss of strength or general muscle weakness, blurred vision, or drooping eyelids within hours to weeks of taking DYSPORT™. If this happens, do not drive a car, operate machinery, or do other dangerous activities. See “What is the most important information I should know about DYSPORT™?”

What are the possible side effects of DYSPORT™?

DYSPORT™ can cause serious side effects. See “What is the most important information I should know about DYSPORT™?”

Other side effects of DYSPORT™ include:

  • dry mouth
  • injection site discomfort or pain
  • tiredness
  • headache
  • neck pain
  • muscle pain
  • eye problems: double vision, blurred vision, decreased eyesight, problems with focusing the eyes (accommodation), drooping eyelids, swelling of the eyelids
  • allergic reactions. Symptoms of an allergic reaction to DYSPORT™ may include: itching, rash, red itchy welts, wheezing, asthma symptoms, or dizziness or feeling faint. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you get wheezing or asthma symptoms, or if you get dizzy or faint

What are the ingredients in DYSPORT™?

Active ingredient: (botulinum toxin Type A) Inactive ingredients: human albumin, and lactose. DYSPORT™ may contain cow’s milk protein.