Hydroxyzine
An H1 receptor antagonist that also has bronchodilator, antiemetic, and analgesic effects.
Dosage by Body Weight
Pediatric dose for itching: 2 mg/kg/day divided into 3-4 doses.
- Body Weight
- 10-20 kg
- Dose
- 5 mg to 10 mg
- Frequency
- Three times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Highly effective for sleep-disrupting nighttime itch.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10-20 kg | 5 mg to 10 mg | Three times daily | Highly effective for sleep-disrupting nighttime itch. |
Formulation
Purpose
Antihistamine used for itching (urticaria), anxiety, and as a pre-operative sedative.
Generic Name
Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride / PamoateBranded Drug Names
Hydroxyzine is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.
Alternatives
Safety Advice
Alcohol
UNSAFEHydroxyzine: Alcohol can worsen drowsiness, mood changes, impaired judgment, or heart rhythm effects. Avoid alcohol unless your prescriber confirms it is safe.
Pregnancy
CAUTIONHydroxyzine: Use in pregnancy only when prescribed after weighing mental health benefits and medicine-specific risks.
Breast Feeding
CAUTIONHydroxyzine: May pass into breast milk. Use while breastfeeding only with specialist guidance and infant monitoring.
Driving
CAUTIONHydroxyzine: May cause sleepiness, dizziness, slowed reaction time, or concentration changes. Avoid driving if affected.
Liver
CAUTIONHydroxyzine: Use caution in liver disease because several psychiatric or sedating medicines are processed by the liver.
Kidney
CAUTIONHydroxyzine: Kidney disease may require monitoring or dose adjustment for some medicines in this group.