Article: Before your first Botox treatment, your doctor may ask you for a thorough medical history along with any history of therapeutic drug use.  It is very important that you answer your doctor’s questions accurately and honestly, as some drugs are not suitable to be taken in conjunction with Botox treatments. Even health supplements such as vitamin tablets and fish oils should be brought to your doctor’s attention, as these can thin the blood and cause more bruising post-treatment. Specific medication that you may need to stop taking before your Botox treatment include:  Painkillers (aspirin, ibuprofen) Certain herbal remedies Antibiotics Heart disease-related drugs Alzheimer’s disease drugs Neurological disease drugs Vitamin-mineral supplements Your doctor may advise you to stop taking any aspirin-like products for a minimum of 4 days before the procedure.  This is due to the fact that aspirin causes bleeding, as it is an antiplatelet drug that prevents the blood from clotting. Taking aspirin before a Botox treatment may cause excessive bleeding during and after the procedure. Having alcohol in your system can make bruising and bleeding worse during a Botox procedure, so avoid consuming any alcoholic drinks for at least two days before the treatment.

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Answer questions about your medical history truthfully so that your doctor can work to keep your side effects at a minimum. Talk to your doctor about ceasing to take certain medications before your Botox injection. Plan to stop taking any aspirin-like medications at least four days before the procedure. Avoid drinking alcohol for at least two days before you receive Botox.