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Noun: botulinum toxin A
  1. A neurotoxin (trade name Botox) that is used clinically in small quantities to treat strabismus and facial spasms and other neurological disorders characterized by abnormal muscle contractions; is also used by cosmetic surgeons to smooth frown lines temporarily
    - Botox

Type of: botulinum toxin

Encyclopedia: Botulinum toxin A