- Restylane was approved by the FDA for cosmetic use in 2003. It is classified as a soft tissue filler. Restylane is a clear gel that is injected into tissue in small amounts. Because the product does not contain animal proteins, a pre-treatment skin test to determine if an allergy is present is not needed.
- The generic name for Restylane is hyaluronic acid, a substance which the body itself produces and is responsible for the fullness and volume of the skin.
The hyaluronic acid in Restylane is classified as a non-animal stabilized hyaluronic acid (NASHA) because the hyaluronic acid in this product comes from bacteria and not animal sources.
Its uses are for the "correction of moderate to severe wrinkles and folds" and to "enhance the fullness of the lips," according to Medicine Net. - The most common side effects are those of bruising, swelling, itching, pain, redness and/or tenderness at the injection site(s). These side effects are generally mild and go away within two days of the Restylane injection, according to Online Surgery.
- With one in 2,000 people undergoing treatment with Restylane, these side effects have occurred: infection, acne, allergic reactions and necrosis (tissue death).
- Medications and supplements such as St. John's wort, Vitamin E, aspirin and NSAIDS such as Aleve and Motrin may cause bruising or bleeding at the injection site and should be discontinued a week before the scheduled injection.
- If on a daily aspirin regimen recommended by a physician for other health conditions, discuss with him whether discontinuing your aspirin for a week is in the interest of your best overall health condition. Also share this information with the dermatologist who will be providing the Restylane treatment.
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