Atarax 10 mg (Hydroxyzine)
Uses
Hydroxyzine is used for treatment of anxiety and symptoms of alcohol withdrawal in adults. It is also used to relieve the itching caused by allergies and to control the nausea and vomiting caused by various conditions, including motion sickness in adults and children.
How it works
Hydroxyzine belongs to the group of medicines called antihistamines with antimuscarinic and sedative properties. It acts by inhibiting histamine receptor-mediated reactions, such as vasodilation, flare and itch reactions and sneezing.
Common side effects
incoordination, psychomotor impairment and antimuscarinic effects., Dry mouth, effects vary from slight drowsiness to deep sleep, CNS depression, dizziness, and include lassitude, headache
Expert advice
• Do not start or continue the hydroxyzine tablets, if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to hydroxyzine or any of the other ingredients of hydroxyzine tablet.
•The drug can cause drowsiness or dizziness. Do not take hydroxyzine with other medicines that cause drowsiness like other antihistamines, pain or sleep medications or alcohol.
•Stop using hydroxyzine and call your doctor immediately, if you have a serious side effect such as tremors, confusion, seizures, or restless muscle movements in your eyes, tongue, jaw, or neck.
•Do not use hydroxyzine without telling your doctor, if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
Frequently asked questions
Hydroxyzine
No, it is not safe during pregnancy. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.
No, it is not controlled substance. It is available with doctor’s prescription only.
Hydroxyzine is specifically used for the management of anxiety, itching due to allergies.Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.
Patient should take hydroxyzine for prescribed dose and duration as advised by doctor.
