Hydroxyzine

Information about Hydroxyzine

Hydroxyzine uses

Hydroxyzine is used in the treatment of allergic skin conditions and anxiety.

How hydroxyzine works

Hydroxyzine is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body. It is also used to control anxiety.

Common side effects of hydroxyzine

Sleepiness

Available Medicine for Hydroxyzine

Atarax
₹15 to ₹275
Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
6 variant(s)
Hicope
₹18 to ₹52
Mankind Pharma Ltd
4 variant(s)
Prugo
₹25 to ₹52
Oaknet Healthcare Pvt Ltd
3 variant(s)
Pru
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Yash Pharma Laboratories Pvt Ltd
4 variant(s)
Hyrax
₹20 to ₹53
Palsons Derma
3 variant(s)
Hizet
₹20 to ₹55
Talent India
3 variant(s)
Hydil
₹12 to ₹45
Psychotropics India Ltd
3 variant(s)
Ktrax
₹17 to ₹56
Kivi Labs Ltd
4 variant(s)
Arotex
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Organic Laboratories
4 variant(s)
Urtigo
₹192
A N Pharmacia
1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Hydroxyzine

You have been prescribed Hydroxyzine to treat allergy symptoms such as such as itching, swelling, and rashes or relieve/treat mild anxiety.
Inform your doctor if you have a heart disease as Hydroxyzine may increase the risk of heart problems.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
May decrease your alertness. Avoid driving or using machinery if this happens to you.
Avoid drinking alcohol when taking the Hydroxyzine, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.

Frequently asked questions for Hydroxyzine

Hydroxyzine

Q. Is Hydroxyzine hydrochloride a steroid/ narcotic/ benzo/ pain killer /addictive?

Hydroxyzine is an antihistaminic drug and not a steroid/ narcotic/ benzo/ pain killer/ addictive. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use

Q. Is Hydroxyzine a controlled substance/ over the counter (OTC)?

No, Hydroxyzine is not a controlled substance. It is available from a pharmacy on providing a doctor's prescription.