Hydroxyzine hcl 25mg tablet?

Hydroxyzine HCl 25 mg tablets are a prescription antihistamine. They’re used for:

- Allergic itching (pruritus)
- Anxiety or tension
- Sedation before procedures (pre-op)

How it’s taken (general guidance; follow your doctor’s exact instructions)

- Route: by mouth
- With or without food
- Do not crush or chew unless your doctor says it’s okay
- Typical adult dosing (ranges; your dose may differ):
- Itching: 25–50 mg every 4–6 hours as needed; may go up to 100 mg per dose in some cases; maximum daily dose often around 400 mg
- Anxiety/sedation: commonly 50–100 mg several times daily (up to 400 mg per day in some regimens)
- Do not adjust the dose or stop suddenly without talking to your clinician

Common side effects

- Drowsiness or tiredness (can be strong)
- Dry mouth, dizziness, headache
- Blurred vision, constipation, or urinary retention (less common)

Safety and precautions

- Avoid alcohol and other central nervous system depressants while taking this drug
- Caution in older adults (increased risk of confusion, dizziness, and falls)
- May cause increased intraocular pressure in susceptible people (glaucoma risk)
- Not always safe in pregnancy or breastfeeding; consult your clinician
- Tell your clinician about all medications you take (especially other sedatives, antidepressants, anticholinergics, or QT-prolonging drugs)

If you have a prescription and you’re unsure about the dose, possible interactions, or if you’re planning to use it with alcohol or other meds, check with your doctor or pharmacist.

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