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CORETOX® 100 Units (Coretox Inj.) is a South Korean prescription botulinum toxin type A medicine manufactured by Medytox Inc. For professional purchasers comparing botulinum toxin presentations, the product is supplied as 100 product-specific Units in one lyophilized vial per box and requires refrigerated storage at 2–8°C before opening. Medytox describes CORETOX as a purified 150 kDa neurotoxin without accessory complexing proteins. Its listed excipients are L-methionine, polysorbate 20, sucrose and sodium chloride, with no human serum albumin listed. Confirm current authorization, labeling and distribution requirements in the destination market before ordering.
Key Features
- 100-unit vial: Each vial is labeled with 100 units of botulinum toxin type A, using the product-specific potency measurement.
- 150 kDa neurotoxin: Medytox describes CORETOX as containing purified 150 kDa botulinum neurotoxin type A without accessory complexing proteins.
- Human serum albumin-free excipients: The registered formulation lists L-methionine, polysorbate 20, sucrose and sodium chloride instead of human serum albumin.
- Lyophilized presentation: White freeze-dried powder is supplied in a transparent glass vial, with one vial per box in the referenced Korean presentation.
- Documented cold-chain labeling: The manufacturer specifies refrigerated storage at 2–8°C in a sealed container for the unopened product.
Composition & Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | CORETOX® 100 Units (Coretox Inj.; 코어톡스주) |
| Product Category | Prescription botulinum toxin type A injectable medicine |
| Active Ingredient | Clostridium botulinum toxin type A (Hall strain) |
| Labeled Potency | 100 U per vial |
| Neurotoxin Description | 150 kDa botulinum neurotoxin type A; free of accessory complexing proteins, as described by Medytox |
| Excipients | L-methionine, polysorbate 20, sucrose and sodium chloride |
| Human Serum Albumin | Not listed in the registered formulation |
| Dosage Form | White lyophilized powder for injection in a colorless, transparent vial |
| Manufacturer | Medytox Inc. |
| Country of Origin | Republic of Korea |
| Package Configuration | 1 vial per box |
| Unopened Storage | Refrigerated at 2–8°C in a sealed container |
| Labeled Shelf Life | 36 months from the manufacturing date, according to the referenced manufacturer and regulatory records |
| Korean Product Authorization Code | 201603891 |
| ATC Classification | M03AX01 — Botulinum toxin |
How It Works
Botulinum toxin type A is a neuromodulating substance that temporarily reduces signaling between motor nerve endings and muscles by inhibiting the release of acetylcholine. This pharmacological action can reduce contraction of the affected muscles within authorized medical applications. The effect is temporary, and clinical outcomes depend on the individual product, approved indication and clinical circumstances.
CORETOX is distinguished by its manufacturer-described 150 kDa neurotoxin presentation and an excipient formulation that does not list human serum albumin. These compositional features should not be interpreted as independent proof of superior safety, reduced immunogenicity, faster onset or longer duration. Potency units are specific to the finished botulinum toxin product and must not be assumed interchangeable with those of other brands.
Product Presentation
This product page describes the Medytox CORETOX® 100U single-vial presentation rather than a group of interchangeable toxin strengths. For purchasing comparisons, verify the exact manufacturer, presentation, country-specific labeling, pack quantity and cold-chain conditions; a 100U label does not imply equivalence to 100 Units of another botulinum toxin brand.
The referenced Korean authorization identifies temporary improvement of moderate to severe glabellar lines in a specified adult population. Check the current prescribing information for the exact age range, approved indication and destination market.
Professional Product Selection Considerations
When evaluating CORETOX 100U for professional procurement, identify the precise product by its Medytox manufacturer name, 100-Unit vial strength and original Korean or destination-market labeling. The documented configuration is one lyophilized vial per box; verify carton integrity, batch identification, labeled expiry and any import requirements for the destination market.
The albumin-free listed excipients and manufacturer-described complexing-protein-free neurotoxin distinguish the formulation, but they do not prove lower immunogenicity or improved safety compared with another brand. CORETOX Units are not directly interchangeable with those of other botulinum toxin products. Because this prescription medicine is temperature-sensitive, confirm the applicable 2–8°C cold-chain documentation and current authorized distribution status before procurement.
CORETOX has been subject to historical Korean regulatory litigation concerning product authorization. The existence of a product listing or previous court decision is not a substitute for verifying the current license and export/import requirements of the exact supplied product.
Storage & Handling
The Medytox product information and Korean drug record specify storage of unopened CORETOX in a sealed container under refrigeration at 2–8°C. The referenced shelf life is 36 months from the date of manufacture. Observe the storage and expiry information shown on the original package, and follow the current official product labeling for the destination market.
CORETOX is a prescription medicine for appropriately qualified healthcare professionals. Product-specific contraindications, warnings and precautions should be reviewed before professional use. Serious adverse effects, including effects associated with toxin spread beyond the intended area, are possible with botulinum toxin medicines. Do not use products with compromised packaging or an expired shelf life.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who manufactures CORETOX 100 Units?
CORETOX 100 Units is manufactured by Medytox Inc., a South Korean biopharmaceutical company. Medytox identifies CORETOX in its official botulinum toxin product portfolio.
What makes CORETOX different from some other botulinum toxin formulations?
Medytox describes CORETOX as a 150 kDa botulinum neurotoxin type A formulation without accessory complexing proteins. The listed excipients also omit human serum albumin. These are formulation differences, not proof of clinical superiority.
Does CORETOX contain human serum albumin?
No human serum albumin is listed in the referenced Korean formulation. The stated excipients are L-methionine, polysorbate 20, sucrose and sodium chloride. Always verify the exact market-specific label.
How is CORETOX 100 Units packaged?
The documented Korean presentation contains one vial of freeze-dried CORETOX powder labeled 100 Units per box.
How should unopened CORETOX be stored?
Official Medytox information specifies refrigerated storage at 2–8°C in a sealed container. The referenced shelf life is 36 months from manufacture. Follow the actual product label and approved storage conditions.
What should professional buyers verify before purchasing CORETOX 100U?
Confirm the authorized destination-market product, manufacturer and 100U vial identity, original packaging, lot and expiration details, and documented refrigerated distribution. CORETOX potency Units cannot be substituted directly for those of other botulinum toxin brands.