HYDROXYZINE |
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HYDROXYZINE
BRAND & GENERIC NAMES
Anxanil Neucalm 50
Atarax Orgatrax
Ataraxoid Quiess
Atozine T.E.H. Tablets
Cartrax Theozine
Durrax Vamate
Enarax Vistacon
E-Vista Vistaject
Hydroxacen Vistaquel
Hy-Pam Vistaril
Hyzine Vistazine
Marax Vistrax
Multipax
BASIC INFORMATION
Habit forming? No
Prescription needed? Yes
Available as generic? Yes
Drug class: Tranquilizer, antihistamine
USES
Treatment for anxiety, tension and agitation.
Relieves itching from allergic reactions.
DOSAGE & USAGE INFORMATION
How to take:
Tablet, syrup or capsule--Swallow with liquid.
If you can't swallow whole, crumble tablet or open capsule and
take with liquid or food.
Liquid--If desired, dilute dose in beverage before swallowing.
When to take:
At the same times each day.
If you forget a dose:
Take as soon as you remember up to 2 hours late. If more than 2
hours, wait for next scheduled dose (don't double this dose).
What drug does:
May reduce activity in areas of the brain that influence
emotional stability.
Time lapse before drug works:
15 to 30 minutes.
Don't take with:
Any other medicines, even over-the-counter drugs such as cough
and cold medicines, nose drops, diet pills, laxatives or
caffeine, without consulting your doctor.
OVERDOSE
SYMPTOMS:
Drowsiness, unsteadiness, agitation, purposeless movements,
tremor, convulsions.
WHAT TO DO:
Dial 0 (operator) or 911 (emergency) for an ambulance or
medical help. Then give first aid immediately.
See EMERGENCY INFORMATION.
POSSIBLE ADVERSE REACTIONS OR SIDE EFFECTS
SYMPTOMS WHAT TO DO
Life-threatening:
None expected.
Common:
Drowsiness, difficult Continue. Tell doctor
urination, dry mouth. at next visit.
Infrequent:
Headache. Continue. Tell doctor at next
visit.
Rare:
Tremor, rash. Discontinue. Call doctor right
away.
WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS
Don't take if:
You are allergic to any antihistamine.
Before you start, consult your doctor:
If you have epilepsy.
If you will have surgery within 2 months, including dental
surgery, requiring general or spinal anesthesia.
Pregnancy:
Studies inconclusive on harm to unborn child. Animal studies
show fetal abnormalities. Decide with your doctor whether drug
benefits justify risk to unborn child.
Infants & children:
Use only under medical supervision.
Prolonged use:
Tolerance develops and reduces effectiveness.
Skin & sunlight:
No age-related problems expected.
Driving or hazardous activities:
Don't drive or pilot aircraft until you learn how medicine
affects you. Don't work around dangerous machinery. Don't climb
ladders or work in high places. Danger increases if you
drink alcohol or take medicine affecting alertness and reflexes,
such as antihistamines, tranquilizers, sedatives, pain medicine,
narcotics and mind-altering drugs.
Discontinuing:
Don't discontinue without consulting doctor. Dose may require
gradual reduction if you have taken drug for a long time. Doses
of other drugs may also require adjustment.
Others:
No age-related problems expected.
POSSIBLE INTERACTION WITH OTHER DRUGS
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| Antidepressants, |
Increased effect |
| tricyclic (TCA, |
of both drugs. |
| see Drugs Glossary) |
| Antihistamines |
Increased hydroxyzine |
| (see Drugs Glossary) |
effect. |
| Dronabinol |
Increased effects of both drugs. |
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Avoid. |
| Ethinamate |
Dangerous increased effects of |
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ethinamate. Avoid combining. |
| Fluoxetine |
Increased depressant effects of |
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both drugs. |
| Guanfacine |
May increase depressant effects of |
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either drug. |
| Leucovorin |
High alcohol content of leucovorin |
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may cause adverse effects. |
| Methyprylon |
Increased sedative effect, perhaps |
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to dangerous level. Avoid. |
| Narcotics |
Increased effect of |
| (see Drugs Glossary) |
both drugs. |
| Pain relievers |
Increased effect of both drugs. |
| Sedatives |
Increased effect of |
| (see Drugs Glossary) |
both drugs. |
| Sleep inducers |
Increased effect of |
| (see Drugs Glossary) |
both drugs. |
| Tranquilizers |
Increased effect of |
| (see Drugs Glossary) |
both drugs. |
POSSIBLE INTERACTION WITH OTHER SUBSTANCES
| Marijuana: |
None expected. |
| Tobacco: |
None expected. |
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