BOTOX vs BOTOX COSMETIC

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 9, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	BOTOX	BOTOX COSMETIC
Rating	72/100	72/100
Pharmacy pays	—	—
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	OnabotulinumtoxinA	OnabotulinumtoxinA
Manufacturer	Allergan	Allergan
Dosage forms	Injectable	Injectable
Drug class	—	—
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	Boxed warning
Treats	Blepharospasm, Dystonia, Fissure in Ano	Blepharospasm, Dystonia, Fissure in Ano

botox botox cosmetic

Rating

72/100

Pharmacy pays

—

Type

Active ingredient

OnabotulinumtoxinA

Manufacturer

Allergan

Dosage forms

Injectable

Drug class

—

Boxed warning

Treats

Blepharospasm, Dystonia, Fissure in Ano

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Botox or Botox Cosmetic?

Botox and Botox Cosmetic are tied at 3.6 out of 5 by our independent rating.

What is the difference between Botox and Botox Cosmetic?

Both Botox and Botox Cosmetic share the active ingredient Onabotulinumtoxina.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.