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What is Vistaril?

Vistaril is a prescription sedative used to treat anxiety, swelling, and hives on the scalp. It is also used for preoperative sedation. Vistaril can be used alone or with other medications.

Vistaril Uses

Vistaril is used to relieve itching caused by allergies. It’s an antihistamine that prevents the body from producing histamine during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine, the active ingredient, is also used for short-term anxiety relief and to make you comfortable before and after surgery.

How to Take Vistaril

Take Vistaril by mouth three or four times daily, with or without food, as directed by your doctor. The dosage depends on your age, medical condition, and response to treatment. For children, dosage is also based on weight. Do not take this drug in larger amounts or more often than prescribed. If your condition does not improve or worsens, contact your doctor.

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Vistaril Side Effects

Common Side Effects:

Serious Side Effects:

  • Chest pain
  • Difficulty swallowing
  • Dizziness
  • Fainting
  • Fast or irregular heartbeat
  • Hives, itching, or skin rash
  • Shortness of breath
  • Severe sleepiness
  • Trembling or shaking
  • Nausea
  • Seizures
  • Vomiting

If you experience any of these serious side effects, contact your doctor immediately.

Precautions

Before taking Vistaril, inform your doctor if you have any allergies or medical history, particularly:

  • Kidney disease
  • Liver disease
  • Stomach ulcer
  • Abdominal pain
  • Respiratory difficulties (e.g.,asthma, emphysema)
  • High eye pressure (glaucoma)
  • High blood pressure
  • Epilepsy
  • Overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism)

Vistaril can cause a heart rhythm disorder (QT prolongation). This can lead to severe (rarely fatal) fast/irregular heartbeat and other symptoms like extreme dizziness and fainting. If you have conditions or take medications that might induce QT prolongation, the risk may be increased.

Interactions

Drug interactions can alter the effectiveness of Vistaril or increase the risk of serious side effects. Inform your doctor if you are taking:

  • Opioid pain relievers (e.g., codeine, hydrocodone)
  • Alcohol
  • Marijuana (cannabis)
  • Sleep or anxiety medications (e.g., alprazolam, lorazepam, zolpidem)
  • Muscle relaxants (e.g., carisoprodol)
  • Other antihistamines

Overdose

If you or someone else has taken too much Vistaril and has serious symptoms like passing out or trouble breathing, seek emergency medical help immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include severe drowsiness, fainting, seizures, and fast heartbeat.

Missed Dose

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to catch up.

Storage

Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight, heat, and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children. Do not store in the bathroom. Dispose of expired or unused medication properly.

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Vistaril vs. Diazepam

Vistaril

Diazepam

Molar mass: 374.904 g/mol

Molar mass: 284.7 g/mol

Formula: C21H27ClN2O2

Formula: C16H13ClN2O

Brand name: Atarax

Brand name: Valium

Antihistamine medication

Benzodiazepine family

Treats anxiety, swelling, hives, and preoperative sedation

Treats anxiety, seizures, alcohol withdrawal, benzodiazepine withdrawal, muscle spasms, insomnia, restless legs syndrome

Before taking Vistaril, consult your doctor. If you experience any side effects, seek immediate medical attention. Always follow your doctor's instructions and keep medication out of reach of children. For more information or medical assistance, contact Medicover at 040-68334455.

Citations

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Does Vistaril work for anxiety?

Vistaril (hydroxyzine pamoate) is an antihistamine that also has anticholinergic (drying) and sedative effects. It's used to relieve anxiety and stress. Vistaril is also used in conjunction with other anesthetic drugs.

2. What is Vistaril used for?

Hydroxyzine is a medication that is used to relieve itching caused by allergies. It's an antihistamine that works by preventing the body from producing a natural product called histamine during an allergic reaction. Hydroxyzine may also be used for short-term overcoming anxiety or to make you tired or comfortable before and after surgery.

3. Is Vistaril like a Xanax?

While both Vistaril and Xanax are used to relieve anxiety symptoms in the short term, they are not the same drug. Vistaril is an antihistamine, while Xanax is a benzodiazepine that is classified as a controlled drug.

4. Does Vistaril make you sleepy?

Hydroxyzine works as an antihistamine, which means it prevents the effects of histamine in your body, making you sleepy. (Imagine how you'd feel if you took Benadryl or Nyquil.) Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that influences your mood. Because of its unusual impact on serotonin, hydroxyzine is the only antihistamine used to treat anxiety.

5. Is vistaril the same as Benadryl?

Vistaril is also used as a sedative to relieve anxiety and tension, as well as to prevent nausea and vomiting. Vistaril is also used in conjunction with other anesthetic drugs. Benadryl is available over-the-counter (OTC) and in generic form, whereas Vistaril needs a prescription.

6. Can you take Vistaril every day?

Vistaril does not have a specific dosage. Vistaril 25 mg, 3 or 4 times daily is the prescribed dosage for treating itch (pruritus). The prescribed dosage for sedation is 50 to 100 mg. To treat anxiety and stress, take 50 to 100 mg four times a day.

7. Is Vistaril habit forming?

Do not drive or operate machines until you know how this drug affects you. You can feel exhausted or dizzy when taking it. Hydroxyzine is not a controlled drug in the United States. It does not have the same chance of abuse as certain other anxiety drugs (for example, Ativan® (lorazepam)).

8. What are the side effects of Vistaril?

Side effects are as follows

  • Chest pain
  • Discomfort
  • Cough
  • Difficulty with swallowing
  • Dizziness
  • Fainting
  • Fast heartbeat
  • Hives, itching, or skin rash

9. Who should not take Vistaril?

If you are allergic to hydroxyzine, Zyrtec (cetirizine), or Xyzal, you should not take Vistaril (levocetirizine). It is not advised if you are pregnant or breastfeeding because it is unknown if the drug passes into breast milk and could harm or cause birth defects in your infant.

10. How long does Vistaril stay in your system?

In both adults and children, the Tmax of hydroxyzine is around 2.0 hours, and the removal half-life is around 20.0 hours in adults (mean age 29.3 years) and 7.1 hours in children.

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