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Hydroxyzine overdose

Hydroxyzine overdose


Definition:

Hydroxyzine is an antihistamine used to treat symptoms of allergies and motion sickness.

Hydroxyzine overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of this medication.

Alternative Names:
Atarax overdose; Vistaril overdose
Poisonous Ingredient:

Hydroxyzine, a prescription medication.

Where Found:
  • Atarax
  • Durrax
  • Rezine
  • Vistaril
  • Ucerax
Note: This list may not be all inclusive.
Symptoms:

Dilated pupils are the classic symptom of this type of overdose. Other symptoms may include:


Review Date: 1/20/2008
Reviewed By: Eric Perez, MD, Department of Emergency Medicine, St. Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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