Atarax Side Effects

Side effects of Atarax on the nervous System The administration of Atarax tablets or syrup may result in moderate to trivial sleepiness. It is a transitory effect and often disappears with continuous therapy or upon discontinuation of the medication. Sadness, headache, restlessness, sedation, anxiety and tiredness have also been reported in patients after the administration of Atarax. Unconscious motion activity such as seizure and tremor has also been reported with higher than the prescribed dosage of Atarax.

Generic name of Atarax- hydroxyzine ,hydroxyzine hydrochloride

Atarax Side effects

All medicines are subject to side effects, many patients may have minor or no side effects and other may fall prey to major side effects. If any of the common or rare side effects Atarax becomes persistent or bothersome it would be advisable to consult a doctor. The side effects of Atarax can be classified according to the body system.

Side effects of Atarax on the nervous System

The administration of Atarax tablets or syrup may result in moderate to trivial sleepiness. It is a transitory effect and often disappears with continuous therapy or upon discontinuation of the medication. Sadness, headache, restlessness, sedation, anxiety and tiredness have also been reported in patients after the administration of Atarax. Unconscious motion activity such as seizure and tremor has also been reported with higher than the prescribed dosage of Atarax.

Gastrointestinal side effects of Atarax

Dry mouth, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain and boost in the weight and hunger are some of the common gastrointestinal side effects. These are more of the common Atarax side effects and passes away with time. These side effects are not a cause of concern but if it occurs for a prolonged period of time, it would be safe to take the advice of a doctor.

Respiratory side effects

Thickening of bronchial secretions have been reported in patients upon administration of Atarax. Pharyngitis, epistaxis and bronchospasm have also been reported in some rare cases.

Cardiovascular side effects

Hypotension, edema and palpitations are the cardiovascular side effects of Atarax.

Dermatologic side effects

Angioedema, photosensitivity, and rash are the dermatologic side effects of Atarax.

Genitourinary side effects

Rare case of urinary retention and prolonged erection has been reported in some case after the administration of Atarax.

Ocular side effects

Patients have reported of blurred vision after the administration of Atarax.

These are not the complete list of side effects that may occur while using Atarax. In case of any question about the possible side effects of the medication it would be safe to consult your health service provider. In any case it would be wise to consult your doctor for information regarding any possible side effects upon administration of Atarax.