Question 1

what is hydroxyzine used for?

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Hydroxyzine: Is an old drug, mainly an antihistamine, used to treat itching and urticaria, for its sedative effects, used to treat insomnia and used in sedation, also some use to treat simple anxiety, it is only prescription

Question 2

what is hydroxyzine prescribed for?

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Usually itching: It is a first generation antihistamine so sedation is common, but it works well for allergy symptoms, itching, and hives.

Question 3

what happens if i take hydroxyzine?

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Antihistamine: Hydroxyzine is a sedating antihistamine that decreases pruritus (itch) and may cause drowsiness.

Question 4

i am now afraid to take hydroxyzine?

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Discuss with your: Discuss with your doctor.  They will help you understand why they prescribed it and what are the alternatives.

Question 5

can i use hydroxyzine to treat coughs?

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Post nasal drip: If the cough is from post nasal drip, it will respond to an antihistamine such as hydroxyzine, if the cough is from something else, it will not respond to it. See your doctor to determine where the cough is coming from.

Question 6

please describe the medication: hydroxyzine?

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A first generation: It is first generation antihistamine. It can cause significant drowsiness , and antichiolinergic effects (can cause problems with an enlarged prostate). It was the favorite antihistamine by many specialists for itching and swelling. A break down product of Hydroxyzine is Cetirizine (brand name zyrtec) is now frequently used less side effects.

Question 7

how much hydroxyzine can i safely take at once?

Accepted Answer

Watch for sedation : Hydroxyzine can be very sedating. Low dose is 10mg and max if tolerated is 50-100mg.

Question 8

how long of a shelf life does hydroxyzine have?

Accepted Answer

Usually 1 year: although potency is only decreased  by about 25%.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: hydroxyzine?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamine: Hydroxyzine is the generic name for medicines called Atarax or vistaril (hydroxyzine). These are antihistamines that can reduce itching but also cause drowsiness.  Vistaril (hydroxyzine) is also used as an anti anxiety medicine.

Question 10

is it better to take hydroxyzine with or without food?

Accepted Answer

Either: In theory, foods in the stomach might interfere with its absorption but this medication is well absorbed following taking it by mouth. There should not be much different.

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