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powder BoNT-A (BOTOX/Vistabel)

Galderma R&D · FDA-approved active Biologic

Botulinum toxin type A blocks acetylcholine release at the neuromuscular junction by cleaving SNARE proteins, causing temporary muscle paralysis.

Botulinum toxin type A blocks acetylcholine release at the neuromuscular junction by cleaving SNARE proteins, causing temporary muscle paralysis. Used for Moderate to severe glabellar lines (frown lines) in adults, Moderate to severe lateral canthal lines (crow's feet) in adults, Forehead lines in adults.

At a glance

Generic namepowder BoNT-A (BOTOX/Vistabel)
SponsorGalderma R&D
Drug classNeurotoxin; botulinum toxin type A
TargetSNAP-25 (synaptosome-associated protein of 25 kDa)
ModalityBiologic
Therapeutic areaDermatology; Neurology; Aesthetics
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

BoNT-A is a neurotoxin that irreversibly cleaves SNAP-25, a protein essential for acetylcholine vesicle fusion and release at the presynaptic terminal. This prevents neuromuscular transmission, resulting in flaccid paralysis of injected muscles. The effect is temporary, lasting 3–4 months, after which nerve terminals regenerate and muscle function returns.

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