Product Details
HYDROXYZINE 25 MG
Introduction : HYDROXYZINE 25 MG tablet can be used to help control anxiety and produce sleep before surgery. HYDROXYZINE 25 MG tablet is also used to relieve symptoms of allergic conditions (eg, chronic urticaria and atopic and contact dermatoses).
HYDROXYZINE 25 MG is an antihistamine. It works by preventing the effects of a substance called histamine, which is produced by the body.
This medicine is available only with your doctors prescription.
Indication : HYDROXYZINE 25 MG is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of itching, or hives on the skin. HYDROXYZINE 25 MG may be used to treat allergic skin reactions such as hives or contact dermatitis.
Since hydroxyzine also reduces activity in the central nervous system, it can be used as a sedative to treat anxiety and tension. It is also used together with other medications given during and after general anesthesia.
Administration : Take hydroxyzine tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose.
Adivse: Hydroxyzine tablet is for short-term use only.
Storage : Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
Keep out of the reach of children.
Mechanism of Action : HydrOXYzine pamoate suppresses the activity in certain regions of subcortical area of the central nervous system, but it is not considered as a cortical depressant. It also demonstrates primary skeletal muscle relaxation, bronchodilator activity, antihistaminic, analgesic, and antiemetic effects
Side Effects : Side effects such as drowsiness and confusion may be more likely in older adults.
Common hydroxyzine side effects may include:
drowsiness;
headache;
dry mouth; or
skin rash.
Safety Advice / Warnings : Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant. Do not use this medicine during the early part of a pregnancy unless your doctor tells you to.
This medicine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive or do anything that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
References : Product Information: VISTARIL(R) oral capsules, oral solution, hydroxyzine pamoate oral capsules, oral solution. Pfizer Labs (per FDA), New York, NY, 2016.
Institute for Safe Medication Practices (ISMP): ISMP Medication Safety Alert. Safety Briefs. HydrOXYzine-hydroxyurea mix-up. ISMP Med Saf Alert Acute Care 2016; 21(25):1-7.