it is a neurotoxin produced by the beat Clostridium botulinum.
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Although known mainly for its use in the field of aesthetic medicine, botulinum toxin can also be used as a drug in other areas of medicine, in order to combat various disorders and pathologies.
Basically, there are two types of botulinum toxin: type A and type B. While in aesthetic medicine the majority of botulinum toxin type A is used, in other fields of medicine it is also possible to resort to the use of type B.
In any case, regardless of type A or B, botulinum toxin acts at the level of the nerve endings that innervate the muscles, interfering with the release of a particular neurotransmitter: acetylcholine. Botulinum toxin is only administered parenterally. , by injection.
