Atarax tablet 10 mg 50?s works by blocking the action of histamine a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms. It also works by decreasing activity in the brain.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Atarax tablet 10 mg 50?s

Dizziness severe

Cough severe

Chest discomfort severe

Fast heartbeat severe

Constipation

Dry mouth

Headache

Shaking of the hands or feet rare

Uses of Atarax tablet 10 mg 50?s
What is it prescribed for?

Anxiety
This medicine is used to relieve symptoms of anxiety and helps to calm down the patient.

Sedation
This medicine may be used to induce sedation before and after surgeries.

Allergic skin conditions
This medicine is used to treat allergic skin reactions such as hives or contact dermatitis, pruritus, urticaria, to reduce the itching of the skin.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1 hour of administration of the dose.

Duration of Effect
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.

Safe with Alchohol?
Consumption of alcohol during treatment with this medicine may increase the risk of severe side effects. These side effects may include confusion, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, weakness, and fainting. It is advised that you should avoid alcohol and not to perform activities which require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle and operating machinery when taking these medicines together.

Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Atarax tablet 10 mg 50?s or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

Prolong QT interval
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with the history of QT interval prolongation and with any heart diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.

General Warnings

Effect on heart
This medicine may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm. Therefore, it should be used with caution in patients with a history of heart disease. It also lowers the blood pressure when used in combination with antihypertensives. Any signs of change in the blood pressure and symptoms of heart palpitations should be reported to the doctor.

Impaired kidney function
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take/Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions
Interaction with Medicines

Clozapine severe

Ketoconazole moderate

Antihypertensives moderate

Fluoroquinolone antibiotics moderate

Disease interactions

severe
This medicine is not recommended in patients with a history of QT prolongation with existing heart disease. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered under your doctor’s supervision.

moderate
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

moderate
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

moderate
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of glaucoma or increased intraocular pressure due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.

severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with a history of depression or any other psychiatric disorders since It may cause abnormal thinking and behavior changes, decreased inhibition, aggressiveness, agitation, and hallucinations, etc. Close monitoring of patient mood and behavior, while using this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.

General Instructions

Take/Administer this medicine as instructed by the doctor. Do not consume this medicine in larger or smaller quantities than prescribed. You are likely to experience some side effects whenever there is a change in dose quantity or timings. The usage should be stopped gradually over time as instructed.

References

medlineplus.gov –
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2020