Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S

About

Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S is an antihistamine that works by counteracting the effects of the body's endogenous chemical histamine. Itching or hives on the skin are common symptoms of histamine. Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S is available on prescription and together with antihistamine properties, it is also used to reduce the activity of the Central Nervous System.

Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S is used in the treatment of allergic skin reactions such as contact dermatitis, itching, or hives, and also as a sedative to control anxiety and tension. This medication is also used as a sedative in adults and children before and after surgery when combined with other drugs. 

Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S is available as a tablet that is taken orally (by mouth) usually 3 to 4 times a day, with or without food or as directed by your doctor.

The dosage is determined by your age, medical condition, and treatment response. The dosage for children may also be determined by their weight. Do not use this medication in larger amounts or more frequently than prescribed. 

Common side effects of this medicine include dry mouth, headache, fatigue, drowsiness, and disturbance in heartbeat. Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S can cause birth defects so it should not be given to pregnant or breastfeeding women. If you encounter tremors, confusion, seizures, or restless muscle movements in your eyes, tongue, jaw, or neck, stop taking Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S and contact your doctor immediately.

Indications

Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S is a prescription medication and is available as a table that's given to adults and children to help them: 

• Alleviate stress and anxiety symptoms
• Treat itching
• Help you achieve sedation (a state of tiredness and relaxation) before or after an operation/medical procedure
• Other uses include treatment for respiratory, digestive, skin, and mucous membrane allergies

This medication can also be used for conditions that aren't covered here.

How Does Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S Work:

Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S contains Hydroxyzine as an active ingredient. Hydroxyzine is a powerful inverse agonist of histamine H1-receptors. Inverse agonists are drugs that have a negative efficacy, meaning they actively reduce the activity of a receptor rather than just blocking it. The success of hydroxyzine in the treatment of histaminic edema, flare, and pruritus is due to inverse agonism at these receptors. 

Because hydroxyzine is not a cortical depressant, its sedative effects are most likely felt at the CNS's subcortical level. Because of its sedative qualities, it can also be used as an anxiolytic. Antiemetic efficacy is most likely secondary to off-target activity.

How To Use Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S

Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S is available in tablet form and is prescribed to adults and children that is taken orally (by mouth) usually 3 to 4 times a day, with or without food or as directed by your doctor.

• Take Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more or less of it, or take it more frequently than your doctor has suggested. 
• Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S is used for short term treatment only
• Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S should not be taken for longer than 4 months
• Completely swallow the tablet. It should not be broken, crushed, or chewed. 

Dosage

Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S dosage must be adjusted according to the patient's response. 

Half the regular dose can be administered for a quicker effect. 

Form and strength 

• Tablet: 10mg, 25mg
• Syrup: 10mg/5ml

Adult Dosage 

The maximum daily dose for adults should not exceed 100 mg per day. 

• For symptomatic treatment of atopic pruritus: start with a dose of 25 mg at night and gradually increase as needed to 25 mg three to four times a day is needed.     
• For symptomatic anxiety therapy: 50-100 mg daily in split doses
• For pre-surgery pre-medication: take 100 mg in two doses. 

Child Dosage

The maximum daily dose for children (from 30 months of age) should not exceed 100 mg per day. 

• For the symptomatic treatment of pruritus: 
• The maximum daily dose in divided doses for children under 40 kg is 2 mg/kg/day. 
• The maximum daily dose for children over 40 kg is 100 mg/day. 
• For premedication before surgery: 1 mg/kg/day in divided dosages  

Elderly Dosage

The elderly should avoid taking Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S. However, because of the extended action, it is advisable, to begin with, half the prescribed dose. 

The maximum daily dose for the elderly is 50mg. 

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S is not recommended for use during pregnancy. This medication passes across the placental barrier, resulting in higher fetal than maternal concentrations. 

Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S is not recommended during pregnancy or nursing. If hydroxyzine medication is required, breastfeeding should be discontinued. 

Contraindications

Before using Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S, consult your doctor if you have a medical history of any of the following:

• Allergic/hypersensitive to Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S and its contents, or any food product (such as pork, beef, etc)
• Severe hepatic or renal failure 
• Pregnancy or lactation 
• Patients with porphyria 
• Children under the age of 12 months 
• Prostate adenoma with urine retention 
• Narrow-angle glaucoma 
• Taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors at the same time with Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S
• Patients with a known QT interval prolongation, whether acquired or congenital
• Patients with a known risk factor for QT interval prolongation, such as a known cardiovascular disease, significant electrolyte imbalance (hypokalaemia, hypomagnesemia), a family history of sudden cardiac death, significant bradycardia, and concurrent use of drugs that prolong the QT interval or induce Torsade de Pointes 
• Patients with fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption, sucrase-isomaltase deficiency, and galactose intolerance

Precautions

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• Elderly: If at all possible, older persons should avoid taking Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S because they are more susceptible to the drug's negative effects. It is advisable to take a lesser dose than usual 

• A few side effects experienced by older people are: Confusion, constipation, and dry mouth

• Convulsions or seizures: Consult your doctor before taking hydroxyzine if you have or are at risk for convulsions or seizures, as one of the side effects of the medication includes convulsions
• Dementia: Side effects of Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S include disorientation and difficulty paying attention. When using the medicine, people with dementia may be more susceptible to these negative effects. 
• Heart problems: Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S might impact the QT interval, which is a component of your heart rhythm. If you take this medicine, you're more likely to get this side effect if you already have heart problems or are taking medicine for your heart rhythm
• Kidney or Liver problems: Low blood pressure is a potential adverse effect of Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S. You may be more vulnerable to this adverse effect if you already have this condition
• You may feel dizzy or sleepy after taking this medication. Do not drive or do anything else risky until you have a better understanding of how this medication affects you
• Alcohol and other CNS depressants (medicines that make you drowsy or less alert) will be exacerbated by this medication such as antihistamines, sedatives, tranquilizers, sleeping drugs, prescription pain treatment, or opioids are examples of CNS depressants.

Interactions With Other Medications

Consult your doctor about the use of the following medicines before using Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S:

• Cisapride 
• Dronedarone 
• Magnesium Oxybate 
• Mesoridazine 
• Pimozide 
• Piperaquine 
• Potassium Oxybate
• Saquinavir 
• Sodium Oxybate
• Sparfloxacin 
• Terfenadine 
• Thioridazine 
• Asenapine 
• Arsenic trioxide 
• Astemizole 
• Atazanavir
• Azithromycin 

This document does not contain all probable drug reactions, it is advisable to keep a list of medicines in use and discuss it with your doctor (this includes prescription/nonprescription and herbal products). 

Adverse Effects

Common Adverse Effects

Following side effects may not require immediate medical attention until becomes troublesome:

• Constipation
• Drowsiness
• Dry mouth
• Tiredness
• Headache
• Blurred vision

Rare Adverse Effects

Call your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms: 

• Signs of abnormal heart rhythm include a fluttering feeling in your chest and Inexplicable fainting (such as in long QT syndrome and Torsade Pointes)
• Signs of skin reaction include rash with pus-filled blister-like sores (lesions), skin edema and redness, and fever 
• Signs of an allergic reaction include rash, hives, itching, red and swollen blistered or peeling skin with or without fever, wheezing, chest or throat constriction, difficulty in breathing, swallowing, or speaking
• Seizures
• Severe dizziness
• Mental or mood changes including hallucinations, confusion, restlessness, etc
• Tremor or shakiness
• Difficulty urinating

Some people may experience additional adverse effects not described. Consult your healthcare provider if you have any other side effects. 

How To Cope With Some Of The Adverse Effects

• Headaches- In which case make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid the use of alcohol. Take a prescribed painkiller. Consult your doctor if the headaches last longer than a week or are severe
• Dry Mouth- Can be helped by sipping water throughout the day, chewing sugarless gum and using alcohol-free mouthwash, allowing ice to melt in the mouth, or using a saliva substitute.
• Feeling drowsy -If the medication makes you feel drowsy or sleepy, stop what you're doing and sit or lie down until you feel better and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.
• Constipation- Can be combated by adding more fibers to the patient’s diet, asking the patient to drink plenty of fluids, and increasing their physical activity to trigger contractions in the intestines.
• Blurred vision- This side effect tends to go away on its own in a few days; patients are advised to not operate heavy machinery or drive any motorized vehicles in the meantime.If blurred vision persists, please contact your doctor.

FAQs

#1. How to store Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S?

Keep Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S away from heat, moisture, and direct light in a closed container at room temperature. Prevent from freezing.

Keep out of children's reach. 

Do not keep out-of-date or no-longer-needed medications. 

Inquire with your doctor about how to get rid of any medicines you don't use. 

#2. What is Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S composed of?

Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S contains Hydroxyzine as an active ingredient.

#3. What if I take too much of Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S?

In case of too much consumption by accident, kindly contact your doctor or nearby hospital right away. The amount of medication that can result in severe side effects varies from person to person. An overdose results in slowing down of heart rate and difficulty breathing accompanied by dizziness and fainting spells.

#4. What if I miss a dose of Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S?

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dosage time or the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.

#5. Can I take Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S during breastfeeding?

Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S is not recommended during pregnancy or nursing. If hydroxyzine medication is required, breastfeeding should be discontinued. 

#6. When using Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S, is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery? 

Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S has the potential to make you dizzy.  Do not drive, operate machinery, or engage in any other activity that requires attentiveness until you are sure you can do so safely.

 #7. Can I consume alcohol with Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S?

You may become dizzy if you consume alcohol or marijuana (cannabis). Limit your intake of alcoholic beverages. If you use marijuana, talk to your doctor. 

#8. Is Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S used to help with sleep?

The use of Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S to aid sleep is not recommended. Hydroxyzine has a variety of effects on people. The drug's adverse effects include sleepiness and insomnia. As a result, hydroxyzine may be able to assist you in sleeping. The medicine, however, may keep you awake.

#9. How long does Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S take to work?

The start of the antihistaminic action with oral pharmaceutical formulations begins after about 1 hour. With oral liquid, the sedative effect begins after 5-10 minutes, and with pills after 30-45 minutes. 

#10. How long do Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S effects lasts? 

The effects from Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S may last for several hours after you stop taking it. It takes your body roughly 14 hours to eliminate half of a dose of hydroxyzine.

#11. Does Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S cause weight gain?

No, there was no reported side effect of weight gain after taking Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S. 

#12. Do specific side effects of Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S impact elderly people more than younger people? 

Yes, the negative effects of Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S may be more severe in older persons than in younger people because of certain health conditions such as kidney and liver problems which can aggravate the side effects of this drug. This medication is therefore not recommended for older people.

#13. Is it necessary for me to take Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S for an extended period of time? 

No, Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S are unlikely to be used for a long time. It is used for short-term treatment only and should not be used for more than 4 months.

#14. Does Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S cause any dependence or withdrawal?

There is no evidence that hydroxyzine causes drug addiction or withdrawal. Withdrawal from other anxiety drugs is possible. Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S may be a good option for anxiety sufferers who are concerned about withdrawal from other drugs. Consult your doctor for further concerns about withdrawal from medication.

#15. What dietary instructions are to be followed when using Atarax 10mg Tablet 25 'S?

Continue to eat normally until your doctor tells you to switch to a specific diet.