Which statement is true about botulinum toxin type A (Botox)?
1. Botox can be also taken orally.
2. At lower doses, it is a safe and effective muscle relaxant for patients with dystonia.
3. There are no side effects of Botox.
4. It can only be injected into large muscle groups.
Correct Answer: 2
Rationale 1: Botox is given as an injection.
Rationale 2: At lower doses, Botox is a safe and effective muscle relaxant for patients with dystonia.
Rationale 3: There are side effects from Botox.
Rationale 4: Botox should be injected into small muscle groups.
Global Rationale: At lower doses, Botox is a safe and effective muscle relaxant for patients with dystonia. Botox is given as an injection. There are side effects from Botox. Botox should be injected into small muscle groups.
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