Haytox

Oh no, it’s that time of year again- waking up with itchy eyes, nose constantly streaming, feeling blocked up and yes, grumpy! Help is at hand with nasal sprays, antihistamines and for those severely affected-Kenalog, a steroid injection. Now we have something else in our armoury- Haytox.

Haytox-is non intrusive, needle free way to alleviate hayfever symptoms. Using a dilution of botulinum toxin and saline, delivered into the nostril with an intranasal atomising device, this spray is a quick and painless way to tackle the symptoms of hayfever and rhinitis.

Let’s explore the science behind this promising treatment and its potential to revolutionize allergy management.

Understanding Botulinum Toxin Nasal Spray: Botulinum toxin used in this way passes through the mucosal lining in the nose and treats the muscles responsible for nasal congestion and excessive mucus production. This targets the root cause of allergic rhinitis rather than merely masking symptoms. It disrupts neural pathways involved in allergic responses, blocking release of triggering neurotransmitters.

For those with seasonal allergic rhinitis (hayfever), a single treatment at the beginning of the hay fever season may suffice. However, those with perennial (year-round) symptoms might benefit from treatments every 4 to 8 weeks, depending on symptom recurrence and severity. ​

Botulinum toxin is a prescription medication and used in this unique way is “off-label” and a relatively new concept. Always seek advice from a medical professional to determine the treatment is suitable and safe for you.