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Longer-Lasting Botox Rival Nears US Approval

Reloxin's makers claim it lasts longer

By Ambreen Ali, Newser User

Posted Apr 2, 2009 8:25 AM CDT

(Newser) – After a 7-year run as the only show in town, Botox could soon face some competition. Awaiting FDA approval, Reloxin—the US version of a French product called Dysport—is being marketed as a quicker and longer-lasting treatment for botulinum toxin fans. But doctors themselves are confused about what differences, if any, exist between the wrinkle-smoothers, the New York Times reports.

Some docs use the drugs for different wrinkles, but see little disparity. Others purport that, with a practiced hand, they need less of Dysport to produce the same results as Botox. With each dose at more than $250, that could be a hefty savings. But Dysport novices, as many US doctors will be, may fumble until they figure out the proper dosages.

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Docs can save money by using Reloxin, some say, because it requires a smaller dosage than Botox for the same results. (AP Photo)

Reloxin will be made of butolinum toxin, just like Botox, but is reputed to have a longer-lasting result. (AP Photo)

A dermatologist with a practice in both continents says Dysport lasts longer and looks more natural. (PRNewsFoto)

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I don't like that Dr. Spock look.
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Longer-Lasting Botox Rival Nears US Approval