Botulinum toxin type A is what's known as a neurotoxin. It is a protein molecule that blocks electrical signals from nerves to muscles at the neuromuscular junction. By doing so it stops a muscle's ability to react to the normal nerve impulse, therefore stopping the muscle from contracting. It is produced in nature by the bacterium Clostridium Botulinum and one could ask what the evolutionary reason for its existance is, seeing that it is a toxin that causes paralysis and death in high enough doses? Regardless of the evolutionary question, botulinum toxin has a great many positive uses in the controlled medical field. It has been successfully used to treat muscle spasms in cerebral palsy, after a stroke, bladder spasms and other conditions such as migraine and facial twitching.There is new emerging evidence that botulinum toxin is also effective and safe in the treatment of erectile dysfunction. The results of further clinical trials are awaited. Botulinum toxin is the most poisonous substance known to man and it is, therefore, right and proper that its use in any medical condition, including as an anti wrinkle treatment, is carefully regulated. All of the commercially available forms of botulinum toxin, including Botox and Azzalure used at EdenMed Aesthetics and Rejuvenation clinics, are only available after a consultation and on prescription only. Because of the nature of this medication it is strongly advisable to consult with a qualified doctor who has lots of experience in the use of botulinum toxin (Dr. Sam has over a decade of experience in its use, both within the NHS setting and within the aesthetics industry). Your safety and the effectiveness of the treatment is the top priority. There is increasing general awareness and acceptance of botulinum (Botox, Azzalure) toxin treatment in the aesthetics and beauty fields and an increasing scientific body of research suggests a positive link between its use and improved personally felt social confidence.