Table 1 Comparison of Botox and Dysport
From: Application of botulinum toxin in maxillofacial field: part I. Bruxism and square jaw
| Â | Botox | Dysport |
|---|---|---|
Components | Clostridium botulinum toxin | Clostridium botulinum toxin |
Vial | Type A 100 U | Type A 500 U |
Effects | 1 Botox unit | 3~4 Dysport unit |
Half-life | Dry: 24 months Solution: 5 h | Dry: 1 year Solution: 8 h |
Manufacturer | Allergan, Irvine, CA, USA | Ipsen, Ltd, Wrexham, UK |
Dilution | 100 Unit + 2.5 ml NaCl Physiologic solution : 2 U in 0.05 ml : 4 U in 0.1 ml | 500 Unit + 2.5 ml NaCl Physiologic solution : 10 U in 0.05 ml : 20 U in 0.1 ml |