Botulinum toxin could treat excessive under-arm perspiration (Hyperhidrosis axillae). A small amount of Botulinum toxin is injected into the skin using a fine needle, putting the sweat glands into an idle state. The effect lasts four to seven months. The treatment should not be repeated more often than every 16 weeks.
What is botulinum toxin
Botulinum has been used in various fields of medicine since the 1980s. This biological protein is mainly used as a medication to treat unwanted expression lines and frown wrinkles, as well as excessive sweating under the arms.
