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STORAGE
Store atarax tablets at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees
F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
Do not store in the bathroom. Do not freeze liquid forms of this
medication.
USES
Atarax is used for motion sickness, anxiety, rash, hives, watery
eyes, runny nose, itching, and sneezing due to allergies or the
common cold. It is also used as a sleep aid (for insomnia).
HOW TO USE
May be taken with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. Sustained-release
or long acting tablets and capsules must be swallowed whole. Chewing
or crushing them will destroy the long action and may increase side
effects. Shake suspensions well before taking.
ATARAX SIDE EFFECTS
May cause drowsiness, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite (less
likely with cyproheptadine), stomach upset, vision changes, irritability,
dry mouth and nose. These effects should subside as your body adjusts
to the medication. If they persist or become bothersome, inform
your doctor. Notify your doctor if you develop: breathing difficulties,
pounding or irregular heartbeat, ringing in the ears, difficulty
urinating. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact
your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS FOR ATARAX
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: glaucoma (narrow
angle), stomach ulcers, difficulty urinating (e.g., enlarged prostate),
heart disease, high blood pressure, seizures, lung problems, overactive
thyroid. Change from a seated or lying position slowly to avoid
dizziness. Use caution in performing activities requiring alertness.
Limit alcohol intake to avoid excessive drowsiness. Caution is advised
when using this drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive
to the effects of the drug. Do not give long-acting antihistamines
to a child younger than 12 years of age nor other dose forms of
antihistamines to a child younger than 6 years of age without doctor
approval. Atarax should be used only when clearly needed during
pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This
medication may be excreted into breast milk. Consult your doctor
before breast-feeding.
ATARAX DRUG INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor of all the medications you may use (both prescription
and nonprescription), especially of: sleeping pills, sedatives,
tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, medication for depression, seizure
medications, narcotic pain relievers, other medications for colds/hay
fever/allergies. Because this medication may affect allergy testing,
you may have to stop using this medication for several days before
the tests are performed. Consult your doctor about this. Do not
start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE
If overdose of atarax is suspected, contact your local poison control
center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose in children
may include abnormal eye movements, flushed face, dry mouth, change
in amount of urine, fever, excitation, agitation, bizarre behavior,
confusion, restlessness, irritability, delirium, twitching, tiredness,
abnormal tongue movement, trembling extremities, slurred speech,
or seizures. Symptoms of overdose in adults may include drowsiness,
or unconsciousness, which may be followed by excitement or seizures.
NOTES
Do not share atarax with others.
MISSED DOSE:
If you miss a dose of atarax, take as soon as remembered; do not
take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed
dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up"
the dose to catch up.
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