EnterBotoxa surprising solution for some people whove tried OTC and prescription medications with little success.
The key differences lie in the dosing, injection sites, and number of shots.
Before you get your hopes up, there are a few things to keep in mind.
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(Without coverage, you could be looking at an out-of-pocket cost of around $1,000.)
We asked eight people (some who paid thousands of dollars) to share their brutally honest experiences.
It worked for six months, but the price makes it hard to justify.
Sometimes, they even last up to two days, making it reallyhard to workor do simple everyday things.
Ive tried go-to treatments like acupuncture and was prescribed rizatriptan by my neurologist.
Neither of thosefullyprevented episodes, which is why I decided to give Botox a try.
After that time, my migraine attacks came backbut I didnt have them as often.
Id say I get one every three to four months now.
I have to be honest though: I dont think I would do it again given the price tag.
I was migraine-free for about a year!
Name:Carol J.
Age:77
Price:Free (covered by insurance)
How many units?60
Was it worth it?
:Yes
My doctor prescribed oral medications for my debilitating migraine attacks, but I didnt get much relief.
So he suggested Botox injections as an alternative, and they worked.
They treat my symptoms of head pain, throbbing, and dizziness for about 9 to 10 months.
I get the shots only once a year, which I consider a pretty low commitment.
The effects wore off way too quickly.
Name:Karen D.
Age:24
How many units?150
Was it worth it?
For the first time in years, I had a full month ofnosymptoms.
That was really nice.
Well, the throbbing, pounding, and nausea came back in full force five weeks later.
Botox for migraine really changed my life for the better.
Theyre usually triggered by weatherspecifically when it storms in North Carolina.
Ive tried plenty of preventative medications including prednisone, which unfortunately didnt make a difference.
I hadnt realized just how much my life was negatively affected by my painful symptoms until trying these injections.
Now, I rarely deal with migraine, and Id recommend Botox to anyone looking for a different remedy.
I went from three to five migraine episodes per week to only one per month.
Ive experimented with every treatment option under the sunbeta-blockers, anti-seizure meds,antidepressantstoo.
Nothing worked, and the side effects were terrible for me.
I first got Botox in 2017.
155 units were injected into my forehead, shoulders, jaw, and the back of my neck.
Honestly, this decisionchanged my life.
Now, I only deal with attacks once a month.
It might sound dramatic, but this remedy gives me the freedom to live my life without fear.
My condition used to hold me back from being a present mother and made running a business extremely challenging.
So be prepared for a potentially tedious process.
Even though Botox didnt work for my symptoms, Id say its worth a try.
Name:Hannah B.
Age:25
How many units:155 units
Ive dealt with chronic migraine for four years.
The attacks are severe and accompanied by unbearable neck pain.
Ive been on multiple preventive medications including beta-blockers, anti-depressants, and anti-convulsants.
None have been effective.
My pain management specialist suggested Botox as a last resort.
Ive received these injections three times nowtwice in 2022 and most recently last March.
Unfortunately, it didnt work for me.
Ive never had that many needles inserted in one sitting, so it was very overwhelming.
Overall, my symptoms didnt get worsebut they didnt improve either.
And I still experience episodes frequently, so I personally didnt see those preventative benefits.
But different types of head pain require different solutions, and Ive heard Botox worked wonders for other people.
Maybe Im an outlier.
For the price, I was expecting a longer-term preventative treatment.
Im still hit with a familiar ache about once a week.
I still get migraine attacks, but not nearly as often.
I consider that a win.
Name:Kristen B.
Age:30
Price:$1,300 for first session.
Insurance is supposed to cover afterward.
How many units:200
Was it worth it?
I was truly suffering, and my symptoms got even worse after I graduated and started working.
So I started doing more research and ended up seeing a neurologist who recommended Botox.
Now, they feel manageable (whereas before, the pain was unbearable).
As long as you understand Botox wont get rid of migraineforever,Id say its worth it.
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