IAPAM Offers Consumers Injectable Safety Tips - Watching a Video is not Botox Training

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Recently, there have been several reports regarding DIY “botox-like” injectables, which can be purchased through the internet.

Las Vegas, NV, November 26, 2009 (PressReleasePoint) -- Yes, its hard to believe but there are websites that are promoting DIY (Do It Yourself) Botox!" To educate consumers on the risks and rewards with cosmetic injectable procedures, the International Association of Physicians for Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM) has developed a comprehensive overview outlining the 4 critical points for a successful cosmetic injection experience, including: ensuring your Botox product is legitimate, prescribing requirements, risks associated with cosmetic injectables, and always select a physician who has completed a comprehensive cosmetic injectables (Botox) training program.

Tip One: Botox buyer beware

Recently, there have been several reports regarding DIY “botox-like” injectables, which can be purchased through the internet. A woman in Texas, Laurie D'Alleva, offered consumers a botox-like product called "Freeze," complete with a "How-To" video, so consumers could administer the botulinum toxin themselves. Texas Attorney General is charging D'Alleva with several violations of state law. She could be fined up to $25,000 per violation per day of the Texas Food, Drug and Cosmetics Act, and up to $20,000 per violation of the Texas Deceptive Trade Practices act.”

The red-flags associated with internet offerings range from unrealistically low pricing to a lack of knowledge regarding the potential side affects that can accompany the administration of a neurotoxin into the body.

Also, it’s important to ensure the vial being used is not counterfeit; look for the 3-d hologram to ensure its is the FDA approved product,” says IAPAM executive-director, Jeff Russell.

Tip Two: Cosmetic injectables need to be prescribed by a physician

Botox Cosmetic and Dysport are FDA controlled substances, and can only be sold to licensed physicians for administration. The FDA offers these “tips” to consumers considering botulinum toxin injectables: know what you are being injected with and make sure your health care professional is using only an FDA-approved product, purchased within the United States, and if your doctor refuses to give you this information, look for another health care professional.

Tip Three: Know the risks

Make sure the benefits and risks are fully explained to you in a patient consultation. Fully disclose any medical conditions you might have and medications you are taking, including vitamins and over-the-counter drugs. Botulinum toxin products should be administered in an appropriate setting using sterile instruments. Malls, private homes, hotel rooms, and conference rooms are not medical environments and may be unsanitary.

Tip Four: Choose a physician who is comprehensively trained in all cosmetic injectable outcomes

Patients should insist on engaging a doctor who has completed comprehensive, clinical training programs like the IAPAM’s Aesthetic Medicine Symposium or Advanced Botox /Dermal Filler Bootcamp. For the patient, this translates into ensuring that their physician is trained in the latest injection techniques, is comfortable with dealing with a possible adverse event due to the procedure and is a member of a internationally recognized aesthetic association.

Understandably, consumers will continue to look for opportunities to forgo expensive professional services, but ultimately, the wisest consumers will opt to save money through DIY home decorating, and not aesthetic medicine procedures.

For a complete copy of the article: "Consumer Cosmetic Injectable Safety Tips", or for more information about physician certification, please see the IAPAM's website http://www.iapam.com or contact:

Jeff Russell, Executive-Director
International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM)
1-800-219-5108 x705

About the International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM)

The International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine is a voluntary association of physicians and supporters, which sets standards for the aesthetic medical profession. The goal of the association is to offer education, ethical standards, credentialing, and member benefits. IAPAM membership is open to all licensed medical doctors (MDs) and doctors of osteopathic medicine (DOs). Information about the association can be accessed through the IAPAM's website http://www.aestheticmedicinesymposium.com/botoxtra... or by contacting:

Jeff Russell, Executive-Director
International Association for Physicians in Aesthetic Medicine (IAPAM)
1-800-219-5108 x705
e-mail: info@theiapam.com

web: http : //www . IAPAM . com
Facebook: http://www . facebook . com/IAPAM
Twitter: http://www . twitter . com/IAPAM
IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine News: http://www . aestheticmedicinenews . com

Watch a preview of IAPAM's Aesthetic Medicine Symposium at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Of-jMxVNLOY

Watch a preview of the IAPAM's Botox Training Program at http://www . youtube . com/watch?v=Mc6XkuFOHrw

Botox is a trademark of Allergan, Inc. Dysport is a trademark of Medicis, Inc.
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