Hydroxyzine Tablets

The product is indicated to manage acute pruritus or anxiety symptoms under medical supervision.

Strengths: 10 · 25mg

Medicine details

Conditions
Alternative names

Atarax

Therapeutic class

First-generation Antihistamine

Pharmacological class

Piperazine derivative

Contraindications

hypersensitivity to hydroxyzine; porphyria; prolonged qt interval

Precautions and warnings

may impair ability to drive or operate machinery; caution in elderly patients

Minor side effects

drowsiness; dry mouth; fatigue

Moderate side effects

dizziness; headache; urinary retention

Dosage forms

Film-coated tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

UCB Pharma

Onset Time

30–60 minutes

Duration

4–6 hours

Storage instructions

Store at room temperature.

Drug interactions

alcohol; cns depressants; anticholinergics

Age restrictions

Suitable for use in children and adults.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Not recommended. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.

Serious side effects

qt prolongation — requires immediate medical attention; anaphylaxis — requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

The product is indicated to manage acute pruritus or anxiety symptoms under medical supervision.

Mechanism of action

Hydroxyzine functions as an H1-receptor antagonist in the central nervous system and peripheral tissues, providing antihistaminic, sedative, and anti-emetic effects.

Hydroxyzine Tablets

The product is indicated to manage acute pruritus or anxiety symptoms under medical supervision.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Hydroxyzine
  • Listed indication(s): Pruritus, Anxiety

Usually available as

  • 360 tablets - 10 mg1151-10-mg-13605
  • 360 tablets - 25 mg1151-25-mg-13611