Botulinum Toxin A (Noun)
Meaning
A neurotoxin (trade name Botox) that is used clinically in small quantities to treat strabismus and facial spasms and other neurological disorders characterized by abnormal muscle contractions; is also used by cosmetic surgeons to smooth frown lines temporarily.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Botulinum toxin A, commonly known as Botox, has been widely used to treat facial spasms and other neurological disorders.
- The cosmetic surgeon recommended botulinum toxin A injections to temporarily smooth out the patient's frown lines.
- Botulinum toxin A has been clinically proven to be effective in treating strabismus, a condition characterized by abnormal eye alignment.
- In small quantities, botulinum toxin A can be used to treat a range of neurological disorders, including blepharospasm and hemifacial spasm.
- Researchers have been studying the potential therapeutic applications of botulinum toxin A in treating various neurological conditions, including dystonia and Parkinson's disease.