Atarax 10mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Atarax 10mg Tablet is used to treat symptoms of skin allergy like itching, swelling, and rashes in conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis. It is also used to treat anxiety and helps to relax before or after surgery.
Atarax 10mg Tablet should be taken with or without food. Take it exactly as your doctor has prescribed. The dose and how often you take it depend on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Take it for as long as it is prescribed for you. In case you have missed any doses, take the next dose as soon as you remember it. However, you should never take a double dose.
The most common side effects of this medicine include drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, constipation, and dry mouth. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have heart problems, high blood pressure, or liver or kidney problems. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking, as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Generally, it is advised to avoid alcohol while on treatment.
Uses of Atarax Tablet
- Treatment of Anxiety
- Treatment of Skin conditions with inflammation & itching
Benefits of Atarax Tablet
In Treatment of Anxiety
Atarax 10mg Tablet reduces the symptoms of excessive anxiety and worries that are triggered only at times of stressful conditions that last for a shorter duration. These could be job interviews, exams, stage performances, etc. It can help manage restlessness, tiredness, difficulty concentrating, and irritability. Atarax 10mg Tablet, thus, can help you go about your daily activities more easily and be more productive. Keep taking this medicine even if you feel well. Stopping suddenly can cause serious problems.
In Treatment of Skin conditions with inflammation & itching
Atarax 10mg Tablet helps treat skin conditions with inflammation and itching, such as eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause skin inflammation. When used correctly, it reduces the redness, rash, pain, or itchiness caused by your skin’s reaction to an irritant.
Side effects of Atarax Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Atarax
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Constipation
- Dryness in mouth
How to use Atarax Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Atarax 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Atarax Tablet works
Atarax 10mg Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. In allergy, it works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine). This relieves allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes. In short-term anxiety, it works by decreasing the activity in the brain, thereby helping you feel relaxed/sleepy.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Atarax 10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Atarax 10mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Atarax 10mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Atarax 10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Atarax 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Atarax 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Atarax 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Atarax 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
For severe liver impairment patients, Atarax 10mg Tablet is contraindicated.
For severe liver impairment patients, Atarax 10mg Tablet is contraindicated.
What if you forget to take Atarax Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Atarax 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Atarax 10mg Tablet may decrease your alertness. Avoid driving or using machinery if this happens to you.
- Avoid drinking alcohol when taking the Atarax 10mg Tablet, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you have heart disease, as Atarax 10mg Tablet may increase the risk of heart problems.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Piperazine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
First-Generation H1 Antihistamines
Interaction with drugs
Taking Atarax with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Hydroxyzine with Amisulpride.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Hydroxyzine with Apomorphine.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Hydroxyzine with Amiodarone.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Hydroxyzine with Amiodarone.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Hydroxyzine with Aripiprazole.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Atarax 10mg Tablet
Once A Day
80%
Thrice A Day
20%
What are you using Atarax Tablet for?
Anxiety
39%
Others
39%
Allergic cond*
22%
*Allergic conditions
How much was the improvement?
Average
36%
Poor
35%
Excellent
29%
What were the side-effects while using Atarax 10mg Tablet?
No Side Effec*
54%
Sedation
29%
Upset stomach
8%
Constipation
4%
Vomiting
4%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Atarax Tablet?
With food
55%
With or witho*
45%
*With or without food
Please rate Atarax 10mg Tablet on price
Not Expensive
37%
Expensive
33%
Average
29%
FAQs
What is Atarax 10mg Tablet? What is it used for?
Atarax 10mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines, which means it is an anti-allergy medicine. It is used to treat various allergic skin conditions (e.g., eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Atarax 10mg Tablet effectively reduces symptoms such as swelling, itching, and redness associated with such conditions. It also helps relieve excessive anxiety or worry in people who are supposed to undergo surgery or have recently undergone surgery. It calms the brain and makes such people feel better.
Is Atarax 10mg Tablet safe?
Atarax 10mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any doses. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
How does Atarax 10mg Tablet work for allergies?
Atarax 10mg Tablet works by decreasing the inflammation caused by allergies. It reduces inflammation by blocking the release of a natural chemical in our body, called histamine, that causes allergic symptoms such as swelling, redness, and pain.
Is Atarax 10mg Tablet effective?
Atarax 10mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Atarax 10mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Can I stop taking Atarax 10mg Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Atarax 10mg Tablet without consulting your doctor, even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the condition is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.
What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Atarax 10mg Tablet?
Before starting treatment with Atarax 10mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you have any other health problems related to the kidney, heart, or liver. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment, and you may even need dose modifications. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. If you have had an allergic reaction to any similar medicine earlier, tell your doctor before starting your treatment. Inform your doctor if you are planning a baby or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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Address: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., Village Malpur, P.O.Bhud, Baddi, Dist. Solan, H.P.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: November, 2025
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: November, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Atarax 10mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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