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Botox for Migraine in New Delhi

FDA-approved botulinum toxin therapy for chronic migraine when standard preventives are insufficient.

What we offer

  • Assessment for chronic migraine (≥15 headache days/month)
  • PREEMPT protocol injections every 12 weeks
  • Combined with oral preventives and lifestyle measures
  • Monitoring response across treatment cycles
  • Alternative preventives discussed if Botox is not suitable

Botulinum toxin (Botox) is an established, evidence-based treatment for chronic migraine — defined as headache on 15 or more days per month, with migraine features on at least eight of those days. It is not a cosmetic procedure in this context; it is a neurologist-supervised preventive therapy.

In New Delhi, patients with chronic migraine often cycle through painkillers and basic preventives without adequate relief. Botox works by blocking pain signalling pathways involved in migraine, and is given as a series of small injections across the head and neck following the PREEMPT protocol, repeated every 12 weeks.

Candidates typically have tried at least two oral preventive medications. Dr. Sudheer Pandey assesses whether you meet criteria, explains expected benefits (many patients see a 50% or greater reduction in headache days over several cycles), and coordinates Botox alongside lifestyle measures and other preventives where needed.

Botox is generally well tolerated. Side effects are usually mild — temporary neck discomfort or slight weakness — and serious complications are rare when performed by a trained specialist.

Frequently Asked Questions

Direct answers to common questions — when to seek care, what to expect, and what to do next.

You qualify if you are 18 or older, have headache on 15 or more days per month (with migraine features on at least 8 days), and have tried at least two preventive medications without adequate relief.

The PREEMPT protocol uses 31–39 small injections across the forehead, temples, back of the head and neck. The full procedure takes about 15–20 minutes in clinic.

Some patients notice improvement within 2–4 weeks after the first session, but expect the full benefit after 2–3 treatment cycles spaced 12 weeks apart.

Botox for migraine is repeated every 12 weeks (about 4 times per year). Missing a cycle can allow headaches to return — stay on schedule with your neurologist.

Common side effects include mild neck stiffness or temporary eyelid drooping. Serious complications are rare when performed by a trained neurologist using the approved protocol.

Yes — Botox is often combined with oral preventives and acute treatments. Your neurologist will adjust your full plan so treatments work together, not against each other.

Coverage varies by insurer and policy. Your clinic can provide documentation of chronic migraine diagnosis and prior medication trials to support insurance claims.

Migraine Botox uses a medical dosing pattern focused on pain pathways, not cosmetic wrinkle treatment. Most patients notice headache relief, not a dramatic change in appearance.

Need expert neurology care in New Delhi?

Same-week appointments available at Max Hospital, Shalimar Bagh.

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