Does anyone know anything about the drug aterax? Especially if you take it and drink alcohol with it. ?

Question

Can it have any suicidal effects on a person. Please help....

Answer 1

Atarax

Generic Name: hydroxyzine (hye DROX ee zeen)

Brand Names: Atarax, Rezine, Vistaril

What is hydroxyzine?

Hydroxyzine depresses activity in the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord), which causes relaxation and relief from anxiety. Therefore, hydroxyzine is used to treat anxiety disorders and tension in stressful situations--before surgery, for example.

Hydroxyzine may also increase the effects of other medicines, such as pain relievers and sedatives, so it is useful after surgery also.

Hydroxyzine is also an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body. This makes hydroxyzine useful for treating allergic conditions, especially those that involve the skin, such as hives, itching, and rashes.

Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Hydroxyzine may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities. Use alcohol cautiously. Alcohol may increase drowsiness and dizziness while you are taking hydroxyzine.

Many drugs may increase the effects of hydroxyzine and lead to heavy sedation. Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following drugs listed in this ling:

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