Otolaryngology
Xeomin is a brand-name prescription medication containing incobotulinumtoxinA, a purified botulinum toxin type A protein. It is used for both cosmetic purposes to temporarily improve the appearance of facial lines and for therapeutic treatment of certain muscle movement disorders.
Xeomin is an injectable botulinum toxin medication used to reduce facial wrinkles and treat certain muscle spasm conditions.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1000108
- Generic
- Xeomin
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
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Xeomin is FDA-approved for treating glabellar frown lines (between the eyebrows), cervical dystonia (severe neck muscle spasms), and blepharospasm (uncontrolled eyelid twitching). It may also be used off-label for other cosmetic and medical conditions as determined by a healthcare provider.
Xeomin contains botulinum toxin type A, which blocks the release of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that signals muscles to contract. By preventing muscle contraction in targeted areas, it temporarily reduces muscle spasms and the appearance of lines and wrinkles.
Xeomin should only be administered by qualified healthcare professionals. Common side effects include injection site reactions, headache, and temporary muscle weakness. Effects typically last 3-4 months. Patients with certain neurological conditions or allergies to botulinum toxin should not use this medication. Patients should inform their doctor of all medications before treatment.
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 27, 2026. · Read our editorial policy