Atarax - 25mg

Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)  

U.S brand names equivalent to Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)  

Many drugs are commercially available in the market in the United States of America which are equivalent to Atarax 25mg. Some names are as follows:-

• Adzin

• Atahist

• Atazest

• Azon

• Hynid

• Hyrax

• H-Zine

• Nodrox

What is the generic name of Atarax 25mg?

Its generic name is hydroxyzine hydrochloride.

About Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)  

Atarax 25mg is marketed online by Exemed pharmaceutical  and is commercially available online and also at all leading drugstore, pharmaceutical and medical supply store. The active ingredient in Atarax is hydroxyzine hydrochloride and it is used in the treatment of allergies. Atarax is used in the treatment of the following:-

• Nasal congestion

• Allergy

• Runny nose

• Swelling or watering of the eyes

• Itchiness

• Sneezing

• Cough

• A sore throat.

• Bronchodilation.

Manufacturer of Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)  

Atarax is globally manufactured by Exemed pharmaceutical, and it consists of hydroxyzine hydrochloride and is available at all the leading drugstore, online stores and medical supply stores. And in India, it is manufactured by Exemed pharmaceutical which is its leading distributor.

Strength of Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)  

This drug is composed of hydroxyzine hydrochloride  and it should be noted that this drug is available in various dosages and strengths in the market.

Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride) is used in the treatment of:-

• Nasal congestion

• Allergy

• Runny nose

• Swelling or watering of the eyes

• Itchiness

• Sneezing

• Cough

• Ectopic dermatitis

• Bronchoconstriction.

How Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride) works?

Mechanism of action of Atarax includes the reaction between human body and allergens. Mostly, allergens such as pollen or dust particles or smoke etc. can trigger human body and lead to the onset of allergic symptoms. The human body reacts to this by releasing histamine from the mast cells or fighter cells of our body. Hence, Atarax’s mechanism of action causes temporarily blocking the H1 receptor these are the receptors on which histamine normally acts on. This blockage of reactions that causes the decreased release of histamine.

Before You Use Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)

You should be sure that:-

• You are not allergic to it.

• It is not affecting mother and baby during pregnancy.

• And it is not interacting with any medications you are already taking.

What should you avoid while using Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)  

1. Avoid driving after taking Atarax 25mg dose.

2. Avoid drinking alcohol when on drug therapy with this drug.

When should You Not Use Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)?

Atarax tablets should not be used in cases of:-

• Hypersensitivity

• Severe kidney diseases

• Renal failure

• Liver pathologies

• Breast feeding.

• Alcoholic liver disease

• It should be avoided in pregnancy as its effects are not documented.

• As salbutamol is secreted in breast milk it is contraindicated.

Tell Your Doctor if You:-

• It should be avoided in pregnancy as its effects are not documented.

• As salbutamol is secreted in breast milk, it is contraindicated.

• Tell Your Doctor if You:-

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding recently.

• If you have any allergies or similar complaints about any drug.

• If the patient is suffering from any other illnesses, disorders, or medical conditions that may lead to complications.

• If the patient is on or using any other drugs or medication.

• If you have any vitamins or supplements.

Dosage Of Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)  

Atarax 25mg drug is composed of hydroxyzine hydrochloride, and it should be noted that this drug is available in various dosages and strengths in the market.

How Much Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride) be taken?

25mg of Atarax can be taken. Consult your physician for further dose recommendations.

How Much of Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride) To Use?

• It can be taken orally with water.

• It should be used till you get complete relief in your symptoms.

• The duration and directions if usage if dose should be as per the doctor’s advice.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)?

You should continue to use it as long as the directed by your physician. Moreover, its effects should be noted as they usually become noticeable after 1-2 weeks of using it.

Overdosing of Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)?

Excessive overdosing of Atarax needs immediate attention of doctors and can lead to drowsiness, tachycardia, dry mouth, fatigue, loss of consciousness, restlessness, pruritus, stupor etc.

Missed dose of Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)  

If you miss a dose of Atarax then next dose should be taken as soon as you remember, but it should be well spaced from the next dose. We should try not to take an extra dose at the time of the second dose as it will become a double dose and this can result in various side effects.

Side Effects Of Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)

• Side effects of Atarax includes the:-

• A cough and cold

• Headaches or sometimes migraine.

• Vertigo

• The uncomfortable giddy feeling in the stomach or abdomen.

• Dry sensation inside the mouth.

Some extreme side effects include cardiac arrhythmia, atrial fibrillations, Peripheral vasodilation, vascular collapse.

Drugs that interact with Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)  

If you are taking some drugs and other medications it might result into interaction and or some side effects on the patient. So the dose of the drugs is needed to be altered. Use drugs, alcohol or any other substances may also lead to alterations in the effects and can cause a change in the effects. Some drugs that are known to cause side effects and interact with Atarax are:-

• Alprazolam

• Codeine

• Cardiac glycosides

• Salbutamol

You must inform the doctor about all the medications you are already taking.

Warnings and Precautions regarding Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)

• You are not allergic to it.

• You are not breastfeeding.

• It is not affecting mother and baby during pregnancy.

• And it is not interacting with any medications you are already taking.

• You don’t consume alcohol with it.

Things To Remember :-

• Always read the expiration of the medication.

• Always give doctor your complete medical history and tell about previous problems.

• Always take complete dosages and keep it out of reach of your children.

Indications and usage for Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)

Atarax 25mg is indicated for use in nasal congestion and allergies.

Dosage and administration of Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)  

Atarax 25mg is available in the form of tablets. These must be taken as prescribed by the physician.

Recommended dose for Atarax 25mg (hydroxyzine hydrochloride)  

Consult your physician for dose recommendations.