Hydroxyzine User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• Anonymous
• November 8, 2008

Hydroxyzine for Nausea/Vomiting "Atarax is the best for relieving nausea, especially while taking painkillers. I have a broken tailbone and am taking Vicodin, which makes me so sick. I take 50 mg of Atarax, and the nausea is gone within 20 minutes. It is GREAT. Also, it helps with anxiety and hives."

• Ste...
• February 6, 2015

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I'm glad I was prescribed Vistaril. It relieves anxiety quickly without all the downsides of Klonopin or Xanax. The drowsiness is more pronounced, but I'll take it over a panic attack. This seems like a good medicine to take as needed. Be careful driving, and remember to rely on natural coping skills as well. To the people experiencing an abnormal amount of drowsiness or nausea, just remember it's temporary. It was totally effective for me, and my anxiety is moderate."

• Anx...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 16, 2014

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "This medicine does what it's supposed to do. A 50mg capsule usually is enough to dispel panic attacks and return me to baseline. I don't take any more because I can't deal with the drowsiness during the day and I take something else for sleeping at night. No benzodiazepine-like euphoria, just simple no-frills relief."

• Eme...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 10, 2012

Hydroxyzine for Nausea/Vomiting "I suffer from anxiety and I've tried a lot of medicines that just destroyed my stomach. I also have a 'sensitive' stomach. Along with a phobia of vomiting. So add that up and stir in insomnia, makes for a very unhappy me. Vistaril has helped with the nervous stomach aches, the anxiety-induced vomiting, and my anxiety while helping my Lunesta be more effective. This medicine is awesome."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 16, 2012

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I have generalized anxiety disorder. I had only been on Buspar before and it gave me horrible side effects. What I find with Vistaril is that it takes the edge off my anxiety, which means I can actually relax now. Sometimes the anxiety is not as chronic when I'm on it. I can handle high-stress situations better now, too, because the medicine makes it manageable and diminishes the physical symptoms of anxiety. It's been especially helpful in combination with therapy. And no side effects! Although it's not as effective when I start to feel panic symptoms, it has kept me from having full-blown panic attacks on multiple occasions."

• ok4...
• December 6, 2010

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "The problem was sleep deprivation, and my physician suggested Atarax and explained that sleeping is when the body restores itself, making it vitally important to get a good night of sleep. I take one pill in the evening and sleep soundly, and for now, this is the right solution."

• Mmb...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 12, 2023

For Anxiety "I love this medication compared to every other anxiety medication. I have a severe anxiety disorder. This is a vital part of my triple cocktail of anxiety medications. The next night, if I don't take it, I am highly anxious and overly emotional. I find it useful for any kind of withdrawal symptoms from when I was on the wrong medications as well. Keep in mind I need 100mg for it to work. 50mg only worked for a day for anxiety and insomnia. This saved my life. I used to take this when I had mild anxiety and bad insomnia, it always worked. Still does, but now I need additional medications since my illness worsened. I actually prefer it over benzos like Xanax. It is better for sleep, better long-term, and equally effective when paired with my other meds. It has zero withdrawal symptoms unlike SSRIs, SNRIs, TCAs, benzos, and opioids. It also worked for my allergies and migraines too."

• Reb...
• August 23, 2019

For Pain "Could not figure out why the only time my tooth (and thereby entire jaw) only stopped hurting at night... I take hydroxyzine and gabapentin together at night for anxiety. No more mystery! The two together should be ALL they prescribe for tooth pain! Why is no one screaming this from the rooftops for people with tooth pain? Best remedy ever, hands down."

• Cin...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• March 1, 2020

Hydroxyzine for Pruritus "I have been taking 25 mg of Atarax up to four times a day for 30 years. I was given this because of my constant itching and rashes. It has saved my life. I have allergies to so many things. When I'm stung by an insect or come in contact with an allergy trigger, I take a higher dose, and it has saved me from using an epi pen. I also have used it to sleep. I don't have anxiety, perhaps Atarax is why. I don't have trouble with sleepiness on the lower dose. So I function fine in the daytime when I take it. Your body gets used to it."

• Che...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 20, 2020

For Anxiety "I took a very low dose of hydroxyzine for anxiety before bed twice. It sedated me so much. But I woke up with tension, anxiety, and rebound adrenaline rush all day. Ended up in the ER the first morning after not realizing it was effects from the drug. Be careful, everyone reacts differently."

• Sto...
• October 19, 2013

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I have general anxiety disorder and I'm prone to panic attacks. Being afraid of benzo and its addictiveness, I got this prescribed. So far, it has worked great if I take 2 pills at once, and the effect lasts for about 10 hours. I haven't really felt the hangover part people talk about, nor have I experienced headaches. The only thing I really have to complain about is that the breathing can get almost too relaxed at times, so when I fall asleep I wake up with a shortness of breath, as if my lungs forgot to inhale. It's no big deal though, happens maybe 3 times a night and it wakes me up. And I guess it would be nice to have a pill that takes away anxiety but doesn't make you tired (I sleep like a baby after 30 minutes after taking Atarax)"

• Tho...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 29, 2016

For Anxiety "I have been tapering off Librium (benzo) for 6 months almost. I started at 150 mg and have worked my way down to 5 MISERABLY. I tried everything to help with withdrawal symptoms: Benadryl, vitamins, trazodone, propranolol, gabapentin, and Zoloft. NOTHING helped...until I was offered this MIRACLE. I was in a panic attack, zombie-like, disassociative state for 13 days, on Christmas, I was devastated and broken and searched for rapid detox places. I was literally ready to spend $25,000 to feel 'normal' and just get 4 hours of sleep. I called my specialist and was prescribed a 25mg pill form of hydroxyzine. I knew it wouldn't help, NOTHING helped. I took it, just one, and within ten minutes was relaxed. Slept 8 hours and now see the light! Better than Xanax!"

• Sta...
• September 16, 2013

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I was having a horrible withdrawal from Cymbalta and was determined to get off it! After my doc's only answer was to take Ativan (which made me extremely zombified). After two trips to the ER, they recommended Vistaril, and it calmed the brain zaps, disorientation, and extreme confusion. It's been a huge help!"

• Anonymous
• August 14, 2012

Hydroxyzine for Pain "I have some conditions and I'm in pain 24/7. I use Fentanyl 100mcg every 72 hours and Percocet 2 every 6 hours. I have other medications; but with Vistaril, I don't have to use the dosages of Percocet as prescribed. I'm a veteran."

• Amo...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• July 24, 2016

For Anxiety "I have been taking hydroxyzine for social phobia and chronic anxiety and panic attacks for over 7 years. It is the only med that has helped. I tried everything! Helps with sleep. Works like a Xanax and Klonopin where you take as needed. But I also take it at night for sleep. I would definitely recommend!"

• Jun...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 26, 2014

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I am 34, female, with marked panic attacks. I have health/doctor office anxiety. I have to say Vistaril has done wonders for me. It seemed to take a few weeks before I could really feel its effects though. I have to keep a small amount in my system before it helps with a panic attack. I can take 1-2 25 mg pills 3 times a day as needed for anxiety. I usually take half of a 25 mg pill twice a day. When I feel an attack starting, I take another 1 to 1.5 pills. It stops the attack quickly. I feel like I've got my life back somewhat, and it feels like a safety blanket. It does dry my mouth out though, and I only recommend it for marked anxiety. I do not have any depression."

• Til...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 5, 2019

For Anxiety "So I know everyone's body is different, some meds work for others and some don't. But I will say this medication really does help me. Anytime I'm feeling anxious or having a panic attack, I will take one, and even though it takes a while to kick in, it really does help. I'm also prescribed clonazepam, and I take that with it, and that really helps. But on the days that I don't take the clonazepam, the hydroxyzine makes me feel really drowsy, really relaxed. It like removes all the tension and the nervousness and the anxiousness from my body. I hope that this helps."

• Emm...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 26, 2017

Hydroxyzine for Sedation "This drug works wonders for me. I was prescribed 25 mg for anxiety and to help me sleep. I take it occasionally when I feel anxious or worried at nighttime or just have problems falling asleep. I feel so calm, relaxed, and sleepy. :) The only bad thing is the hangover I get the next day. I feel like a zombie. But if I don't take it too late at night, there's usually not a problem. I will need a good 10-12 hours of sleep on it, though. 24-year-old female."

• BJB...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 29, 2015

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "This med is a double-edged sword. My Dr. prescribed Vistaril for my anxiety. It took 3 weeks to wean off Clonazepam-never stop cold turkey. By the 3rd week, I was only on Vistaril. At 4 weeks, the Vistaril was working better than anything I have EVER taken for acute anxiety. I was truly amazed and happy. So why did I only give it a 5 rating? A DRAMATIC increase in appetite and an even more DRAMATIC weight gain. 13 pounds in one month. As good as Vistaril works, I am going to have to go off of it. In 15 years, I have gained no weight and I have not experienced hunger like this in my life. So, I will wean off, then work like crazy to shed this weight...not looking forward to that. I am sad :("

• J P...
• July 9, 2015

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "This is great for general anxiety. Calms you down fairly quickly and makes you 'zoned out', mildly sedated and definitely less anxious. Not as strong as a benzo and will not stop a panic attack, but is great for when you are feeling panicky or generally anxious. Another plus is that it is not addictive. Absolutely no withdrawal symptoms whatsoever. This DEFINITELY raises my resting pulse about 15 beats per minute and also raises diastolic blood pressure about 10 points even at a small dose. Even with these raises, mine is still within normal range, but just a word of caution."

• JC9...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 14, 2023

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "Was given this for anxiety during alcohol withdrawal, instead of benzos. Did NOTHING positive, no relief of anxiety, became dehydrated, sore hips, unstable gait, worst placebo possible due to the side effects. Benzodiazepines exist for a reason. If Vistaril does not offer you immediate relief, you need something else, not a higher dose which just makes things worse."

• Man...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 29, 2016

For Anxiety "Due to family illnesses, family addictions, and marital problems, I had been having severe anxiety and panic attacks that seemed to be getting worse. I was having difficulty sleeping at night. I was prescribed 50mg of Hydroxyzine up to 3 times a day as needed for anxiety. After about 10 minutes of taking my first dose, it was as if someone snapped their fingers and the weight of the world was finally lifted off my chest, and I could breathe. This really helped melt away my anxiety. I didn't feel numb or drugged, but I felt relaxed. It was like a heavy and grounded feeling. I did sleep a lot the first two days I took it, but I feel like that was due to my body finally getting to catch up on some much-needed rest. I feel like I have my life back :)"

• Rad...
• June 2, 2014

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I was prescribed Vistaril for bad panic attacks, as needed. I was put on Celexa, and less than an hour after taking it, I felt extreme fear and had the worst panic attack I've ever experienced. I called my doctor immediately and was told to go ahead and take the Vistaril. It calmed me down in less than 15 minutes. It did, however, make me so drowsy that I found it impossible to stay awake. Thank goodness I have it on hand for my next attempt with Wellbutrin."

• cin...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 30, 2019

For Sedation "I was prescribed this for sleep. It makes me sleepy, but causes a lot of jerking and a panicky feeling as I'm falling asleep and causes me to wake up in the middle of the night with confusion and jerking reflexes. Will not take it again."

• hon...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 13, 2014

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I suffer from anxiety, major depression & insomnia. I'm taking Vistaril for the anxiety. I'm on 50mg 4 times a day. When reading, most of you said it made you pretty sleepy... I feel normal for the first time in 40 years, like maybe I can have a life now. My experience so far has been a great one :o) I DON'T GET drowsy at all. LIKE I SAID, THIS IS THE FIRST TIME IN MY LIFE I FEEL 100% NORMAL... I take two Seroquel 100mg in the AM for major depression. That doesn't make me drowsy at all. When I read about Vistaril and Seroquel, people say they are drowsy and lethargic. Not ME, I feel great!!! I also take Seroquel 300mg at bedtime along with 30mg Restoril at bedtime... The only side effects I have are movements in my neck & the chills. Yep, that's it."