Atarax-P capsules 25 mg (hydroxyzine pamoate, Vistaril)

What are Atarax-P capsules?

Atarax-P capsules contain hydroxyzine pamoate, a potent and selective reverse histamine H1 receptor agonist. It acts as an antihistamine and sedative. Unlike many other first-generation antihistamines, hydroxyzine has almost no effect on muscarinic acetylcholine receptors and therefore rarely causes anticholinergic side effects.

Atarax-P capsules are prescribed for two different groups of conditions. First, this medicine is effective in reducing itching and urticaria caused by allergic reactions or skin conditions such as atopic dermatitis. Second, Atarax-P capsules are effective in treating neurosis, depression, tension and anxiety.

Active principles: hydroxyzine pamoate

Amount: 100 capsules

Maker: Pfizer Japan Inc., Tokyo, Japan

Indications:

• Skin allergic reactions,
• Urticaria and itching caused by a skin disease or allergy,
• Anxiety,
• Tension and depression associated with neurosis,
• Nausea, including motion sickness.

How to take

For treatment of skin diseases: Adults should take 2-3 capsules (50-75 mg of active ingredient) divided into 2-3 doses per day.

For anxiety, tension, depression and neurosis: Adults should take 3-6 capsules (75-150 mg) in adults, divided into 3 to 4 doses daily.

Contraindications: do not use in pregnant, possibly pregnant and lactating women. Do not use it in patients with seizure disorders such as porphyria and epilepsy or these disorders in history, as well as in patients with prolonged QT interval, bradycardia or hypokalemia.

Important information

The tablets have no harmful effects on the liver, blood, nervous system or urinary tract. Atarax-P capsules are quickly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, showing effects within 30 minutes.

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine.

If an allergic reaction occurs, patients needs to stop using the medicine and consult with their doctor. If patient is taking any other medication or treatment, they should consult with their doctor in advance.