Botulinum Toxin Type A
Indication
Hyperhidrosis due to social anxiety disorder
Black
Brand:
All brands within licensed indications only
Nice TA:
CG159 (Do not Do)
Commissioning responsibility:
PbR excluded:
Yes
BNF chapter:
Central nervous system
Background
Do not offer botulinum toxin to treat hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) in people with social anxiety disorder. This is because there is no good-quality evidence showing benefit from botulinum toxin in the treatment of social anxiety disorder and it may be harmful.
Recommendation
LSCMMG Recommendation:
Black
Reason for decision:
Not recommended for prescribing on the NHS in Lancashire & South Cumbria
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