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If i take ashwagandha as a supplement and was prescribed vistaril, (hydroxyzine) but only take it occasionally when i need it for anxiety, is there an interaction?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Better not together: although there is a minor or non-signigicant interaction, better not to take the supplement while on the vistaril, (hydroxyzine) both together may enhance CNS depression

Answered 3/16/2019

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A member asked:

If i take ashwagandha as a supplement and was prescribed vistaril, (hydroxyzine) but only take it occasionally when i need it for anxiety, is there an interaction?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

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