Vistaril - Is 400mg/day of Hydroxyzine a little excessive?

Your doctor is on point trying to steer you clear of benzos. Regardless of 6 years substance abuse free... benzos could trigger a relapse or worse. I had 7 years sober, my sons father died active duty. I picked up a drink and that night got a DUI. An addict's relapse is never far enough away from the last use.

Maybe Sinequan/Doxepin is an antidepressant U could consider trying as well as Prozac That's what I'm taking now! The medications that's been suggested above didn't work well for me,but then again We r all different. I'd be in the nut house if I had continue taking Buspar and or Wellbutrin. I was so tide-up in knocks n running over time n wide awake. My body felt anxious & my mind was racing n having conversation was difficult. But again it's different for each of Us! Consider giving "Doxepin" and or Prozac a try? I hate going through the "trial & error" time, it's not a fun ride at all n I don't think any of Us Like it. Just remember you're not alone! Let Us know how it turns out for U ?

Have you tried other antidepressants besides what you're taking for depression and anxiety? Wellbutrin causes some folks to feel nervous and anxious so it may not be a good one for you. Also have you ever tried Buspar for your anxiety? It isn't a benzo so your good there, and its not addicting, but you must take the buspar daily like you do your other meds for it to help your anxiety.

Yeah its a bit excessive. the dose should be like 50 mg 4 times a day. You probably need something better then an antihistamine for your anxiety.