# Hydroxyzine Hcl (Hydroxyzine Pamoate)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/hydroxyzine-hcl
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Hydroxyzine Hcl?

Hydroxyzine Hcl (brand name: Hydroxyzine Pamoate) is an antihistamine. It is prescribed to treat substance withdrawal syndrome, anxiety disorders, nausea. Across the United States, 110,000 doctors prescribe Hydroxyzine to approximately 605,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Hydroxyzine Pamoate

## Indications

Hydroxyzine Hcl is prescribed for several conditions including substance withdrawal syndrome, anxiety disorders, nausea, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Substance Withdrawal Syndrome](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/substance-withdrawal-syndrome)
- [Anxiety Disorders](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/anxiety-disorders)
- [Nausea](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/nausea)
- [Pruritus](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/pruritus)
- [Vomiting](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/vomiting)

## Mechanism of action

blocking the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: antihistamines
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

depression, headache, tremor

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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