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Been taking xyzal (levocetirizine) for allergic reac's, hives, & it is causing mood swings, depression. would atarax be better choice, or basically the same thing?
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Might be the same: Xyzal (levocetirizine) snd Atarax r of the same family and seems u r on multiple meds for other conditions, medicines do interact, pls c ur doctor.
Answered 6/24/2014
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