What it's used for
Hydroxyzine is used for the symptomatic relief of anxiety and tension, as well as to manage itching caused by allergic conditions like chronic urticaria, atopic dermatitis, and contact dermatoses.
Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).
Typical dosing
Adult doses for anxiety typically range from 50 to 100 mg four times daily, while adult doses for itching are typically 25 mg three or four times daily.
Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.
Boxed warning / key safety info
Hydroxyzine should not be given to nursing mothers since it is not known whether the drug is excreted in human milk.
Common side effects
Side effects reported with hydroxyzine are usually mild and temporary, with dry mouth being a known anticholinergic effect.
Covered strengths on the Tab $0 list
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Related medications
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