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Dysport Side Effects Center: Detailed Datasheet
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
- Generic Name: abobotulinumtoxin a injection
- Brand Name: Dysport
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What Is Dysport?
Dysport for Injection (abobotulinumtoxinA), also called botulinum toxin type A, is made from the bacteria that causes botulism and is used to treat cervical dystonia (severe spasms in the neck muscles). Dysport is also used to temporarily lessen the appearance of facial wrinkles.
What Are Side Effects of Dysport?
Common side effects of Dysport include:
- muscle weakness near where the medicine was injected
- injection site reactions (bruising, bleeding, pain, redness, or swelling)
- headache
- fever
- cough
- sore throat
- runny nose
- flu symptoms
- dizziness
- drowsiness
- tired feeling
- nausea
- diarrhea
- stomach pain
- dry mouth
- ringing in your ears
- increased sweating in areas other than the underarms
- itchy or watery eyes
- increased sensitivity to light
- eyelid swelling or bruising
The botulinum toxin contained in Dysport can spread to other body areas beyond where it was injected which can cause serious and life-threatening side effects in some people, some of which can occur up to several weeks after an injection, including:
- unusual loss of strength and muscle weakness all over the body (especially in a body area that was not injected with the medication),