I have never heard of this particular med and need to know other peoples opinion of this. I can not take Benzo's that can lead to addiction. Is there anything out there that works. This one doesn't do anything for me.
Hydroxyzine HCL?
Question posted by Princess22008 on 18 May 2012
Last updated on 23 October 2019 by Richard Crane
Added 18 May 2012:
Right now on 25mg.
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3 Answers
Richard Crane
23 Oct 2019
Use for anxiety disorder does not work well
balbanese
18 May 2012
Hope this helps:
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.
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to hydroxyzine, or if you are pregnant.
Before you take hydroxyzine, tell your doctor if you have a seizure disorder, liver disease, or kidney disease.
Hydroxyzine can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert. Stop using hydroxyzine and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as tremors, confusion, seizures, or restless muscle movements in your eyes, tongue, jaw, or neck. Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase some of the side effects of hydroxyzine.
balbanese
18 May 2012
Hydroxyzine side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using hydroxyzine and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
restless muscle movements in your eyes, tongue, jaw, or neck;
tremor (uncontrolled shaking);
confusion; or
seizure (convulsions).
Less serious hydroxyzine side effects may include:
dizziness, drowsiness;
blurred vision, dry mouth; or
headache.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.
Princess22008
19 May 2012
Thank you for your help. I just dont want to take more than I need to, to get over being so anxious. I feel like I am still climbing the walls. Not sure if this is the right one for me. Can't take Benadryl since it throws me into being manic. I hope this isn't the start of an episode.
kaismama
18 May 2012
This is an old med. Its an antihistamine. Brand names were Vistaril or Atarax. 25 mg is the usual dose. It tends to make you sleepy. What about Buspar? It isn't a benzo.
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