How Long Does It Take For Hydroxyzine To Start Working

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I just got prescriped this hydroxyzine Pam 50mg every 6 hours as needed. My anxiety is really bad right now and I took the pill hours ago and it's not helping. How long does his normally take to kick in? ## Hello, Andrea! How are you? I'm sorry about the problem you're experiencing. In such cases, this antihistamine is used for its sedative like effects and it should start working within 15 to 20 minutes of taking it. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including dizziness, drowsiness and dry mouth. If it isn't working for you, you should consult your doctor as you may need to try a different medication. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Well I did take it at work and noticed I became very sleepy and slurred speech with, would this be due to this ...

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My doctor gave me Hydroxyzine pills on April 12th, 2012 and I want to know if they're still safe to take again? ## HI, Nicky! How are you? Tablets begin to degrade once they are exposed to the elements, such as heat, light and moisture. This means that their time starts ticking away as soon as the seal on the original factory container is broken. From that point on, they have a one year expiration date and after that year, they being to lose effectiveness. Hydroxyzine isn't one that has been known to be dangerous once it's expired, but it's not going to continue working and having its intended beneficial effects. Thus, the best thing to do would be to properly dispose of them and see your doctor for a new prescription. Is there anything else I can help with? ## My hydrox...

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My boyfriend was prescribed to take (2) 25 mg tabs of hydroxyzine at night but it doesn't work that well and when he takes (1) of my 50 mg tabs it's more effective and works better. Does the higher dosage of the same medication absorb differently or quicker than the lower dosage? ## No, there should not be any significant difference. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased urination, hypotension, and dehydration. What issues is he experiencing that makes him feel that taking 2 of the 25mg tablets isn't working as well? Has he consulted his doctor about prescribing the 50mg dose? ## He was originally prescribed it when he had hives last year and i think he started taking 2 because 1 tab wasnt really working for the i...

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