Hydroxyzine pam 25 mg cap?

Hydroxyzine pamoate 25 mg capsules (often just called hydroxyzine pamoate) is an antihistamine with sedative and anti-anxiety effects. Brand names include Vistaril (pamoate) and, in contrast, Atarax is hydroxyzine hydrochloride. The pamoate form is commonly used for anxiety and short-term relief of tension, and it also helps with itching in some cases.

What it’s used for
- Anxiety or tension (short-term)
- Relief of itching due to allergic conditions
- Preoperative sedation in some settings

How to take it
- Taken by mouth as a capsule, swallowed whole with water
- Can be taken with or without food
- Avoid alcohol and other CNS depressants while taking it
- Do not crush or chew the capsule unless your clinician says it’s okay

Typical dosing (these are general guidelines; your doctor’s dose is the one to follow)
- Anxiety: often 25 mg two to three times daily, may increase to 50 mg every 4–6 hours as needed; maximum daily dose commonly around 400 mg/day
- Itching: 25–50 mg every 4–6 hours as needed (again, up to the prescribed maximum)
- In older adults or those who are especially sensitive to sedation, a lower starting dose (e.g., 25 mg at night) is common

Possible side effects
- Drowsiness or sleepiness (the most common)
- Dry mouth, dizziness, headache
- Blurred vision, constipation
- Confusion or mental/motor impairment in older adults (use with caution)

Safety notes
- Tell your clinician about all medications you take (including OTCs and supplements) because of potential interactions with other sedatives or anticholinergic drugs
- Avoid heavy machinery or driving until you know how it affects you
- Caution in pregnancy or breastfeeding; consult your clinician
- People with glaucoma, urinary retention, or certain heart problems should use with care

If you’d like, tell me:
- Are you taking this for anxiety or itching?
- Do you have any other medicines you’re taking or health conditions?
- Do you want a quick comparison of hydroxyzine pamoate vs. hydroxyzine hydrochloride?

I can tailor the info to your situation. If this is about a current prescription, use the exact dosing your clinician wrote. If you have any red-flag symptoms (severe dizziness, trouble breathing, severe allergic reaction), seek medical help right away.