Do you need twice as many units of Dysport to be effective?

I heard that twice as much Dysport needed to be injected compared to Botox for the same results. Is this true? Why would this be the case?

Answers from doctors (2)


More About Doctor Rejuve

Published on Feb 11, 2010

You cannot compare the units of Botox and Dysport. They are apples and oranges. The bottom line is that the results should be equal and the price should be the same. In some patients, however, I do see the Dysport working more strongly and lasting longer.

Answered by Rejuve (View Profile)

You cannot compare the units of Botox and Dysport. They are apples and oranges. The bottom line is that the results should be equal and the price should be the same. In some patients, however, I do see the Dysport working more strongly and lasting longer.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


Celibre Medical Corporation

Published on Feb 10, 2010

Actually we have found that you need three times as many units of Dysport for the same results as Botox. But this is not necessarily an issue because we sell three units of Dysport for the same amount as one unit of Botox. So in effect, even though different amounts are
required, it is the same cost to the patient. We think you should focus on the results and overall cost rather than the exact translation between Botox and Dysport units. If the results are good and the price right for you, then you should not worry about the conversion numbers.

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Answered by Celibre Medical Corporation

Actually we have found that you need three times as many units of Dysport for the same results as Botox. But this is not necessarily an issue because we sell three units of Dysport for the same amount as one unit of Botox. So in effect, even though different amounts are
required, it is the same cost to the patient. We think you should focus on the results and overall cost rather than the exact translation between Botox and Dysport units. If the results are good and the price right for you, then you should not worry about the conversion numbers.

Published on Jul 11, 2012


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