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Is hydroxyzine ok to take on a long term basis for anxiety?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes, but: tolerance may develop, meaning that you would have to increase the dose to get the same desired effect, keep the follow up with your doctor/psychiatrist though, you will be fine, best wishes

Answered 8/14/2018

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