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Antihistamines - oral

Hydroxyzine Pamoate Usage: Antihistamines 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 sleep aid (for insomnia).

How to use Hydroxyzine Pamoate: 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 & may increase side effects. for chewable tablets, chew thoroughly & swallow. Shake suspensions well before taking.

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

Hydroxyzine Pamoate Precautions: Tell youre physician 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 in performing activities requiring alertness. Limit alcohol intake to avoid excessive drowsiness. Caution is advised when using it drug in elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug. do not give long-acting antihistamines to child younger than 12 years of age nor other dose forms of antihistamines to children younger than 6 years of age without healthcare professional approval. it drug should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. it tablet may be excreted in to breast milk. Consult your healthcare professional before breast-feeding.

Hydroxyzine Pamoate pill interactions: Tell your pharmacist about every medications you may use (both prescription & nonprescription), especially about: sleeping pills, sedatives, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, drug for depression, seizure drugs, narcotic pain relievers, other meds for colds/hay fever/allergies. Because it medication may affect allergy testing, you may have to stop using this medication for several days before tests are performed. Consult your physician about it. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or healthcare professional approval.

Hydroxyzine Pamoate Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact you're 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 in adults may include drowsiness, or unconsciousness, which may be followed by excitement or seizures.

Hydroxyzine Pamoate special notes: do not share this product with others.

If you missed Hydroxyzine Pamoate dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if It's almost time for following dose, instead, skip missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.

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

Medical alert: your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Antihistamines