Get in the Know and QWO!

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What is QWO?

• QWO is the first-ever FDA-approved injectable to treat moderate to severe cellulite on the buttocks.  
• QWO is an enzyme that slowly breaks down the fibrous septae (bands) that cause cellulite and dimpling.  

How is QWO given?

• After we mark the areas to treat, a small needle is inserted into the skin dimple and the liquid/enzyme is slowly injected 

Is it painful?  Are there any side effects?

• There is very little discomfort with the injections
• The most common side effect is bruising after the injection

How many treatments are needed?

• Three treatments are given, 21 days apart, and the best results are seen 28 days after 3rd treatment. 
• Each treatment takes approximately ten minutes to perform

How much downtime or recovery is required after each injection?

• None!

How much do the treatments cost?

• $2400 for up to 12 dimples
• $3200 for up to 24 dimples
• Prices may vary with specials that Kelley or Brittany run

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 

WHAT IS QWO®?

QWO is a prescription medicine used to treat moderate to severe cellulite in the buttocks of adult women.

Do not receive QWO if you: are allergic to collagenase or to any of the ingredients in QWO, or have an active infection at the treatment area. 

QWO may cause serious side effects, including:

· Allergic (hypersensitivity) reactions, including anaphylaxis. Call your healthcare provider right away if you have hives, trouble breathing, low blood pressure, swollen face, chest pain, dizziness or fainting after receiving QWO;

· Injection site bruising 

Before receiving QWO, tell your healthcare provider if you:

· have a bleeding problem

· are pregnant or may become pregnant, nursing or plan to nurse. You and your healthcare provider should decide if you will receive QWO or breastfeed.

Tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements. Especially tell your healthcare provider if you take a medicine that prevents the clotting of your blood (antiplatelet or anticoagulant). 

The most common side effects of QWO include: injection site bruising, pain, areas of hardness, itching, redness, discoloration, swelling and warmth in the treatment area.

These are not all the possible side effects of QWO. Call your healthcare provider for medical advice about side effects. You are encouraged to report side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA at www.fda.gov/medwatch or 1-800-FDA-1088.