Coretox® – The World’s First Albumin-Free Botulinum Toxin Type A
1. Overview & Manufacturer
Coretox® is an advanced botulinum toxin type A (BTX-A) product developed by Medytox Inc., a leading South Korean biopharmaceutical company. It stands out as the first botulinum toxin in the world formulated without human serum albumin or animal-derived components, making it a pioneering product in safety, purity, and manufacturing innovation.
Coretox is designed for both aesthetic and therapeutic use and is positioned to meet global demands for high-purity, low-immunogenicity neuromodulators.
2. Unique Formulation Features
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🧬 Albumin-free and animal component-free
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🌱 Stabilized with a proprietary peptide-based excipient instead of human-derived proteins
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💡 Reduces risk of hypersensitivity and eliminates concerns related to blood-borne pathogen transmission
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🛡️ Minimizes immunogenic response, making it ideal for long-term and repeat users
3. Composition & Presentation
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Contains Clostridium botulinum toxin type A, in lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder form
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Available in 100-unit vials
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Requires reconstitution with 0.9% sterile saline (NaCl)
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Designed for GMP-level consistency, ensuring safe and stable potency in every batch
4. Mechanism of Action
Coretox works by inhibiting the release of acetylcholine at the neuromuscular junction. This action results in:
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Temporary muscle paralysis
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Smoothing of dynamic wrinkles
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Relief of involuntary muscle contractions
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Control of glandular hyperactivity (e.g., sweating)
5. Clinical Advantages
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✅ First-ever albumin-free toxin: Ideal for patients with albumin sensitivity or ethical concerns
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⏱️ Fast onset of action: Results begin in 2–4 days
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⏳ Prolonged effect: Typically lasts 3–6 months, depending on treatment area and dosage
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💉 Natural-looking outcomes: Smooth diffusion, optimal for both large muscle groups and fine facial lines
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🌍 Expanding international availability due to its unique formulation and safety profile
6. Aesthetic Indications
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Forehead lines
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Glabellar lines (frown lines)
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Crow’s feet
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Bunny lines (nose)
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Chin dimpling
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Jaw slimming (masseter reduction)
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Neck band relaxation (platysmal bands)
7. Therapeutic Applications (off-label in some markets)
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Axillary hyperhidrosis (underarms)
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Bruxism and TMJ disorders
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Chronic migraines
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Blepharospasm
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Cervical dystonia
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Localized muscle spasticity
8. Suggested Dosage Guidelines
Area | Units (U) |
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Glabella | 10–20 |
Forehead | 8–15 |
Crow’s feet (each side) | 6–12 |
Masseter (per side) | 25–40 |
Underarms | 50 per axilla |
Doses should be individualized based on patient assessment.
9. Storage & Handling
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Store at 2–8°C (refrigerated); protect from light
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Reconstitute with 2.0–2.5 mL of 0.9% NaCl
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Gently roll to mix; do not shake vigorously
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Use reconstituted solution within the timeframe recommended by the manufacturer
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Only for use by licensed medical professionals
10. Safety & Contraindications
Avoid in:
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Pregnant or breastfeeding patients
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Patients with known hypersensitivity to botulinum toxin
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Individuals with neuromuscular disorders (e.g., myasthenia gravis)
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Active infections or inflammation at the injection site
Possible side effects: mild headache, bruising, localized weakness, or temporary drooping, usually self-limiting.
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