In order to make sure your treatment is as safe and easy for you as possible, here is a quick cheat-sheet to maximize your neurotoxin treatment at your favorite Philadelphia practice:
✅ HOW TO REDUCE BRUISING RISK: Starting 2-3 Days Before Treatment
1. Please avoid any medication and/or supplements (doctor permitting) that have blood-thinning side-effects, such as:
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Aspirin, Ibuprofen, NSAIDs
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Vitamin E, Fish Oil, Ginkgo Biloba, Garlic Supplements
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Herbal supplements with anticoagulant effects such as Ginger, Ginseng, or Turmeric
2. Lifestyle Modifications
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Please avoid alcohol for 48-hours pre-treatment to reduce bruising risk
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Stay hydrated and make sure to eat something before your appointment!
❌ ABSOLUTE TREATMENT DEALBREAKERS: Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
If you are currently pregnant or breast-feeding, CONGRATS!!!
But, please let us know before your appointment because it is not safe for you to receive a neurotoxin treatment at this time. (There is no safety data for neurotoxins effect during pregnancy/lactation, and we would never want to risk any harm to Baby.)
Please contact us with any further questions or concern about how to get the best outcome from your visit.
