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I was prescribed vistaril (hydroxyzine) to take as needed for anxiety. can i also take cetirizine hcl with it for my seasonal allergies?

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Dr. Ali Saberi answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not best combo: Can make u drowsy. Likely got prescribed vistaril (hydroxyzine) as it also helps with allergies/itching. Bug there are too many other medications more effective than vistaril (hydroxyzine). I also suggest u see a clinical psychologist or License Clinical Social Worker for the anxiety. Look into Cognitive Behavioral Therapy=CBT.

Answered 6/20/2014

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