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Antihistamines - oral

Simular Drugs : Hydroxyzine HCL, Hydroxyzine HCL

Hydroxyzine HCL Usage: Antihistamines are used to treat rash, hives, watery eyes, runny nose, itching, & sneezing due to allergies or the common cold. They may also be used to treat motion sickness, anxiety, or as a sleep aid (for insomnia).

How to use Hydroxyzine HCL: May be taken with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. Sustained-release or long acting tablets & capsules must be swallowed whole. Chewing or crushing them will destroy long action and may increase side effects. for chewable tablets, chew thoroughly & swallow. Shake suspensions well before taking.

Hydroxyzine HCL side effects: can cause drowsiness, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, stomach upset, vision changes, irritability, dry mouth & nose. These effects should subside as your body adjusts to medication. If they persist or become bothersome, inform your physician. Notify your physician if you develop: breathing difficulties, pounding or irregular heartbeat, ringing in ears, difficulty urinating. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact youre healthcare professional or pharmacist.

Hydroxyzine HCL Precautions: Tell your pharmacist you're medical history, especially of: glaucoma (narrow angle), stomach ulcers, difficulty urinating (e.g., enlarged prostate), heart disease, high blood pressure, seizures, lung problems, overactive thyroid. Change from seated or lying position slowly to avoid dizziness. Use caution at performing activities requiring alertness. Limit alcohol intake to avoid excessive drowsiness. Caution is advised when using it tablet in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the tablet. do not give long-acting antihistamines to children younger than 12 years of age nor other dose forms about antihistamines to a child younger than 6 years of age without doctor approval. it pill should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your healthcare professional. it medication may be excreted into breast milk. Consult your physician before breast-feeding.

Hydroxyzine HCL drug interactions: Tell you're pharmacist about every the tablets you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially about: sleeping tablets, sedatives, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, medication for depression, seizure medications, narcotic pain relievers, other medications for colds/hay fever/allergies. Because this medication may affect allergy testing, you may have to stop using this tablet for few days before tests are performed. Consult your physician about this. don't start or stop any medicine without pharmacist or pharmacist approval.

Hydroxyzine HCL Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose in children may include abnormal eye movements, flushed face, dry mouth, change in amount of urine, fever, excitation, agitation, bizarre behavior, confusion, restlessness, irritability, delirium, twitching, tiredness, abnormal tongue movement, trembling extremities, slurred speech, or seizures. Symptoms of overdose at adults may include drowsiness, or unconsciousness, which may be followed by excitement or seizures.

Hydroxyzine HCL special notes: do not share it product with others.

If you missed Hydroxyzine HCL dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. don't 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Hydroxyzine HCL Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in the bathroom. don't freeze liquid forms of it medication.

Medical alert: your condition may cause complications in medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Antihistamines