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What is hydroxyzine also known as?

Vistaril (hydroxyzine pamoate) is an antihistamine with anticholinergic (drying) and sedative properties used as a sedative to treat anxiety and tension. Vistaril is also used together with other medications given for anesthesia.

Is hydrochloride and hydroxyzine the same?

Hydroxyzine hydrochloride (Orgatrax) and hydroxyzine pamoate (Vistaril) are 2 versions of the same active ingredient. Hydroxyzine pamoate is available as a brand and generic medication, while hydroxyzine hydrochloride is only available as a generic (the brand, Atarax, was discontinued).

Why is hydroxyzine bad for you?

Hydroxyzine can also cause serious side effects such as Seizures, fainting, tremor, hallucinations, fast heart rate, chest pains, restless muscle movements ,and severe dizziness.

Is hydroxyzine being discontinued?

Availability. Hydroxyzine hydrochloride (Atarax) has been discontinued in the United States.

Is Benadryl the same as hydroxyzine?

Generally speaking, hydroxyzine is an antihistamine related to over-the-counter (OTC) medications like Benadryl and Zyrtec that are used to treat symptoms of allergies and colds such as runny nose and itchy or watery eyes.

What drugs contain hydroxyzine?

US Brand Name

• Atarax.
• Vistaril.

What is generic for hydroxyzine?

Is hydroxyzine bad for your kidneys?

Kidney function: The kidneys are partially responsible for removing this medication from your body. Kidney disease or reduced kidney function may cause this medication to build up in the body, causing side effects.

Is hydroxyzine an anti – anxiety medication?

Vistaril (hydroxyzine pamoate) is an antihistamine with anticholinergic (drying) and sedative properties used as a sedative to treat anxiety and tension. Vistaril is also used together with other medications given for anesthesia.

How effective is hydroxyzine for itching?

Hydroxyzine has its maximal effect about 30 to 60 minutes after it is taken. The recommended dose for treating itching (pruritus) is 25 mg given 3 or 4 times daily by mouth or by intramuscular injection. When used for sedation, the recommended dose is 50 to 100 mg orally or 25 to 100 mg by intramuscular injection.

Is hydroxyzine a medication?

Hydroxyzine is in a class of medications called antihistamines. It works by blocking the action of histamine a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms. It also works by decreasing activity in the brain.

Is hydroxyzine for children?

Xyzal (levocetirizine) is the only antihistamine with which there are no clinically relevant adverse effects on physical and psychomotor development in children aged six months to 12 years, according to studies. That said, hydroxyzine continues to have non-allergy uses for the treatment of mild anxiety, insomnia, and nausea and vomiting.