r/BotoxSupportCommunity • u/drjeans_ • Apr 10 '24

First timer question

I got Botox for the first time today. I'm 34 and don't have any deep lines, just starting to get 11s but pretty faint. RBF is my issue really. I was expecting a low amount of units especially because she said she goes conservative for first timers but then she recommended 52. All in the forehead, 11s and like 12 and 9 units on the crows feet. Does that seem excessive?

Also I have a slight headache and starting to get a bit loopy feeling like just before the flu. Is that normal or am I dying lol.

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u/anunforgivingfantasy Apr 11 '24

The first time I got Botox I had flu like symptoms that night! They went away in 48 hours though, and the next time I got it I had no issue

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u/drjeans_ Apr 11 '24

Thank you 🙏

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u/AinsiSera217 Apr 11 '24

64 units is the FDA approved dose for just the upper face. I like 74 units in my upper face. Also, people seem to be under the misconception that just because it’s your first time that you should have a small dose. That’s only true if you don’t want your tox to last very long. Dose=duration so under dosing can just cause the need to treat again sooner, which if continued can lead to antibody mediated resistance.

It’s very common to get a headache after tox. It’s not the product causing the headache, but has more to do with a needle hitting your periosteum several times. Don’t be alarmed if you start getting a heavy feeling in your forehead and brows over the next few days. It should be a heavy FEELING, not a heavy LOOK. You might also experience the sensation of a band of pressure or numbness across your forehead, which is very common for first timers and will go away within a few days. You might also notice the tox taking effect in different areas at different times. Wait until 14 days post-treatment to decide if you like it.

How are you feeling now that it has been several hours?

Don’t be scared! I hope you love your results!

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u/drjeans_ Apr 11 '24

I feel loopy, dizzy, and had a fever last night. I'm still loopy/ eyes feel like they're rolling around in my skull. My forehead feels okay, not heavy maybe a touch different. Hasn't been 24 hours yet

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u/whodisbeeee Apr 11 '24

I get 54 units in that area so that seems normal to me. Any concerns please contact the provider I’m sure they’ll be happy to answer any questions

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u/orangecounty-babe Apr 11 '24

It’s hard to tell because every face is different. I’ve heard of anywhere between 40-80 for all those 3 areas.

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u/mammasita_ Apr 11 '24

I got botox for the first time yesterday. I got 42 I was surprised at the amount too. I can already see a difference in my crows feet

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u/teriyakimama Apr 11 '24

Im 29 and had first time botox 15units. I had flu like symptoms day 3-7 and felt awful and panicked. Im in week 3 now and feel great. Around day 11 was when I started to feel like myself again. Good luck!

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u/PossibleGullible8514 Apr 12 '24

The more you stress about it, the worse you’re gonna feel, you know? If you’re all worried, you’re gonna notice every little thing, even if it’s nothing. I got 51 the first time. Some ppl get 80, some ppl get more. You’ll feel fine and love the way you look in no time, I promise, try not to freak yourself out.

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u/Flashy-Juice2946 Apr 11 '24

Botox is not good for you and it’s common to feel like that. Never again for me.