Atarax 10mg Tablet is used to treat anxiety and helps to get relaxed before or after surgery. It is also used to treat symptoms of skin allergy like itching, swelling, and rashes in conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis.
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 depends 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 sedation, nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, and constipation. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. You must avoid driving or attention-seeking activity while on treatment.
Earlier taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have heart problems or have high blood pressure, have 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.
Treatment of Skin conditions with inflammation & itching
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Atarax
Sedation
Nausea
Vomiting
Agitated stomach
Constipation
Side Effects:
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
Warning & Precautions:
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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Atarax 10mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Huger doses or prolonged use of Atarax 10mg Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
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.
FAQs:
Q. 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 a surgery or have recently undergone a surgery. It calms the brain and makes such people feel better.
Q. 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 dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. 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.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Atarax 10mg Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Atarax 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Atarax 10mg Tablet?
Earlier starting treatment with Atarax 10mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you have any other health problems, like kidney, heart or liver-related issues. 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, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
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