atarax
Information, Symptoms, Treatments and Resources
What is atarax?
Generic Name: hydrOXYzine
Other Brand Names:
Rezine, Vistaril, hydrOXYzine, HydrOXYzine Hydrochloride, HydrOXYzine Pamoate
Hydroxyzine reduces activity in the central nervous system. It also acts as an antihistamine that
reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing and
runny nose, or hives on the skin.
Hydroxyzine is used as a sedative to treat anxiety and tension. It is also used together with
other medications given for anesthesia. Hydroxyzine may also be used to control nausea and vomiting.
Hydroxyzine is also used to treat allergic skin reactions such as hives or contact dermatitis.
Hydroxyzine may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Posts on atarax (527)
Hi,
So I'm wondering if what I've experienced has happened to anyone else. I grew up in R...
hashitmoto's and hives - Thyroid Disorders Community
- Oct 22, 2008
I was just somewhat diagnosed with IC and prescribed atarax. I was wondering how well atara...
My doc prescribed Atarax for my anxiety. It's generic name is hydroxyzine. It's not addicti...
Atarax?? - Addiction: Substance Abuse Community
- Sep 13, 2007
Dear Dr. Gould,
Our 26 year old son has suffered from mild symptoms of an apparently Bipol...
symptoms and medications - Thyroid Disorders Community
- Apr 30, 2007
PRESCRIBED FOR: Hydroxyzine is used for the relief of nasal and non-nasal symptoms of vario...
