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Atarax is a sedating antihistamine which is a kind of antihistamine type drug (common cold or symptom drug).

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Drug Class

Sedating antihistamine

Brands

Vistaril • Aterax • Neurax

Generic Drug

Hydroxyzine

Side Effects

Common

Drowsiness
Nausea
Balance problems
Bitter/acid taste in mouth
Headache
Dizziness
Agitation
Slurred speech

Serious

Wheezing

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How many Atarax to overdose I just took 150 what will happen?

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Taking busipar 15mg twice daily. Could I take a 10mg atarax occasionally if needed?

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Will 75mg of atarax kill you?

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Is atarax (hydroxyzine) effective?

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What is atarax (hydroxyzine) used for?

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How often csn i take atarax (hydroxyzine)?

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How long can we take atarax (hydroxyzine)?

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Can you overdose on atarax (hydroxyzine) pills?

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Is atarax (hydroxyzine) a good one to overdose on?

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Is there a generic version of atarax (hydroxyzine)?

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What is the typical dosage of atarax (hydroxyzine)?

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Can I take atarax (hydroxyzine) and benydrl together?

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Does atarax (hydroxyzine) help to last longer in sex?

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What are some contraindications of atarax (hydroxyzine)?

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What is the medication atarax (hydroxyzine) typically used for?

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How long does atarax (hydroxyzine) usually stay in your system?

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Is atarax (hydroxyzine) addictive?

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Can Atarax (hydroxyzine) cause weight changes?

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Atarax (hydroxyzine) 25mg. Uses and side effects?

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Is 150mg of atarax (hydroxyzine) life threatening?

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A 37-year old male asked:

Why should atarax not be used for chronic insomnia?

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Can I take nyquil when taking atarax (hydroxyzine)?

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Can I take ativan and atarax (hydroxyzine) together?

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Can you take Claritin (loratadine) and atarax together?

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Does atarax (hydroxyzine) work for all types of anxiety?

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Could I take 3mg of melatonin with atarax (hydroxyzine)?

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If atarax (hydroxyzine) doesn't work is a valuim better?

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Whats the difference between Xanax (alprazolam) and atarax?

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Atarax (hydroxyzine) how long do side effects normally last?

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