Atarax Injection

Name: Atarax Injection
Brand: Dr Reddys Laboratories Ltd
Price: 175.34 INR
Availability: OutOfStock

Product introduction

Atarax Injection is a prescription medicine containing Hydroxyzine (25mg). Treatment of Anxiety Treatment of Skin conditions with inflammation & itching. It belongs to the group of medicines called Antihistamine / leukotriene antagonist.

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. The dose and how long you take it depend on what you are being treated for and how you respond. Do not take more, or for longer, than your doctor has advised.

The side effects seen most often with Atarax Injection are drowsiness, dry mouth, headache and tiredness. Most are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. Tell your doctor if one persists or worries you.

Before you start, tell your doctor about any liver, kidney or heart problem, whether you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, and every other medicine you take, including supplements and ayurvedic preparations. Some of them can change how Atarax Injection works.

Uses

Treatment of Anxiety Treatment of Skin conditions with inflammation & itching

Benefits

In Allergic rhinitis: Atarax blocks the histamine your body releases to an allergen, relieving the sneezing, runny or blocked nose and itchy, watery eyes that spoil your day.
In Hives and skin allergy: Atarax calms the itching and brings down the raised, red weals of hives, so the skin settles and you can sleep.
In Itching: Atarax relieves itching from an allergic reaction, an insect bite or a skin condition, which also stops the scratching that damages skin and keeps it inflamed.
In Allergic asthma: Atarax reduces the allergic inflammation in the airways that triggers wheezing and tightness, so attacks are fewer and milder when it is taken alongside your inhaler.

Side effects

Most side effects of Atarax are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:

Drowsiness
Dry mouth
Headache
Tiredness
Nausea

Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

How to use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How it works

Atarax 25mg Injection is an antihistaminic medication. In allergy, it works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine). This relieves allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes. In short-term anxiety, it works by decreasing the activity in the brain, thereby helping you feel relaxed/sleepy.

Safety advice

AlcoholUNSAFE: Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
Breast feedingUNSAFE: Not recommended while breastfeeding.
DrivingUNSAFE: Do not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine.
KidneyCAUTION: Use with caution if you have kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose or monitor your kidney function.

Warnings & precautions

Older antihistamines cause marked drowsiness — do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this affects you. Tell your doctor promptly about any change in mood, sleep, agitation or unusual thoughts while taking montelukast; this is uncommon but recognised. This relieves the symptoms of an allergy; it does not treat the cause, and it is not a treatment for an acute asthma attack. Seek emergency care for swelling of the lips, tongue or throat, or difficulty breathing.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you missed a dose of Atarax 25mg Injection, consult your doctor.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe drowsiness, a fast heartbeat, confusion and, in children, agitation and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Atarax 25mg Injection to treat allergy symptoms such as such as itching, swelling, and rashes or relieve/treat mild anxiety.
It is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor.
May decrease your alertness.
Avoid driving or using machinery if this happens to you.
Avoid drinking alcohol when taking the Atarax 25mg Injection, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
Inform your doctor if you have a heart disease as Atarax 25mg Injection may increase the risk of heart problems.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.

Fact box

Chemical class: Diphenylmethanes
Habit forming: No
Therapeutic class: RESPIRATORY
Action class: First-Generation H1 Antihistamines

Interaction with drugs

Alcohol, sleeping tablets and other sedating medicines add to the drowsiness.
Tell your doctor about all cold and cough preparations.
Many already contain an antihistamine.

Storage

Store as printed on the carton — some injections need refrigeration and must not be frozen. Keep out of the reach of children.

References

Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.

PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Atarax Injection.
World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.

Manufacturer details

Manufacturer: DR.REDDYS

Good to know

Common questions

What is Atarax Injection used for?

Atarax Injection is commonly used for Treatment of Anxiety Treatment of Skin conditions with inflammation & itching. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.

What are the benefits of Atarax Injection?

Allergic rhinitis: Atarax blocks the histamine your body releases to an allergen, relieving the sneezing, runny or blocked nose and itchy, watery eyes that spoil your day. It is also used for hives and skin allergy, itching, allergic asthma.

What is the salt in Atarax Injection?

Atarax Injection contains Hydroxyzine (25mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.

How should I take Atarax Injection?

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.

How does Atarax Injection work?

Atarax 25mg Injection is an antihistaminic medication.

Is Atarax Injection a prescription medicine?

Yes. Atarax Injection is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.

What are the common side effects of Atarax Injection?

The side effects reported most often with Atarax are Drowsiness, Dry mouth, Headache, Tiredness, Nausea. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.

Can Atarax Injection be taken during pregnancy?

Consult your doctor before taking Atarax Injection in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Atarax.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Atarax Injection?

No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Atarax Injection.

What if I miss a dose of Atarax Injection?

If you missed a dose of Atarax 25mg Injection, consult your doctor.

Is Atarax Injection habit forming?

No. Atarax Injection is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.

How much does Atarax Injection cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?

Atarax Injection starts at ₹175 (MRP ₹185) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in injection 25mg 6X2ML. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.

Who manufactures Atarax Injection?

Atarax Injection is manufactured by DR.REDDYS. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.

How is Atarax Injection delivered?

Atarax Injection is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.