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Clostridium botulinum bacteria produce neurotoxin called Botulinum toxin type A.The mechanism of action of Botulinum toxin is to block the release of the neurotransmitter.It causes temporary muscle paralysis.Since it was first applied in the 1970s, the use of Botulinum toxin has significantly increased and expanded.Botulinum toxin type A is a versatile therapeutic agent used across medical disciplines.The goal of this article is to review current medical applications of Botulinum toxin type A across specialties, focusing on mechanisms of action, dosage protocols, and safety.
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