Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride


DNX0360.HTM

Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride (By mouth)
Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride (hye-DROX-i-zeen hye-droe-KLOR-ide)

Treats anxiety, tension, nervousness, nausea, vomiting, allergies, skin rash, hives, and itching. This medicine is an antihistamine.

Brand Name(s):
There may be other brand names for this medicine.

When This Medicine Should Not Be Used:
You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an unusual or allergic reaction to hydroxyzine.

How to Use This Medicine:
Tablet, Capsule, Liquid

  • Your doctor will tell you how much to take and how often. Take this medicine exactly as your doctor ordered.
  • May be taken with or without food or milk.
  • Carefully measure the oral liquid with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup.

If a dose is missed:

  • Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
  • Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next regular dose.
  • You should not use two doses at the same time.

How to Store and Dispose of This Medicine:

  • Store at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze.
  • Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
  • Keep all medicine out of the reach of children.

Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

  • Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking sedatives, muscle relaxants, tranquilizers, sleeping pills, pain pills, or seizure medicine.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine.

Warnings While Using This Medicine:

  • Check with your doctor before taking hydroxyzine if you have heart or liver disease, enlarged prostate, trouble urinating, or glaucoma.
  • Talk with your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
  • Hydroxyzine may make you dizzy or drowsy. Be careful if you drive a car or operate machinery.

Possible Side Effects While Using This Medicine:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

  • Seizures or tremors
  • Wheezing or trouble breathing
  • Tightness in the chest

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

  • Drowsiness or dizziness
  • Headache
  • Dry mouth, nose, or throat
  • Constipation
  • Changes in vision such as trouble focusing

If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.