anzine 10mg syrup - Hydroxyzine (10mg) medicine

anzine 10mg syrup - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes

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๐Ÿญ Aanika Pharma ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jun 26, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 26, 2026

What is anzine 10mg syrup used for?

Atarax (Hydroxyzine) is used to treat RESPIRATORY. It contains Hydroxyzine (10mg), which Antagonizes histamine H1 receptors; suppresses activity in subcortical brain reg. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Hydroxyzine
  • Manufacturer: Aanika Pharma
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: C
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š anzine 10mg syrup Uses & Benefits

Pruritus, Urticaria, Anxiety, Preoperative sedation, Nausea/vomiting

Off-label uses: Insomnia, Chemotherapy-induced nausea

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Hydroxyzine
Brand NameAtarax
ManufacturerAanika Pharma
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
Action ClassH1 Antihistaminics (First Generation)
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed orally; peak plasma concentration within 2 hours
DistributionWidely distributed; crosses blood-brain barrier
Protein Binding93%
MetabolismHepatic via CYP3A4 and CYP2D6; major metabolite cetirizine
Half-Life20 hours (range 14-25 hours)
ExcretionPrimarily renal (as metabolites)
Bioavailability80% (oral)
Onset of Action15-30 minutes
Peak Plasma Time2 hours
Duration of Action4-6 hours (antihistamine); up to 24 hours (anxiolytic)

How It Works

Antagonizes histamine H1 receptors; suppresses activity in subcortical brain regions

Mechanism Steps

1Binds to histamine H1 receptors on target cells
2Blocks histamine-mediated effects (vasodilation, bronchoconstriction, pruritus)
3Suppresses activity in subcortical brain regions (sedation, anxiolysis)

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take anzine 10mg syrup

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of anzine 10mg syrup

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Drowsiness
  • Dry mouth
  • Headache
  • Fatigue

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • QT prolongation
  • Seizures
  • Urinary retention
  • Hypotension

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Agranulocytosis
  • Hepatitis
  • Allergic reactions

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • CNS depressants (e.g., alcohol, benzodiazepines)
  • MAOIs
  • Anticholinergics

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole)
  • CYP2D6 inhibitors (e.g., fluoxetine)

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Antihistamines
  • Antipsychotics

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

Increased CNS depression; avoid concurrent use

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to hydroxyzine or cetirizine, Porphyria, Prolonged QT interval

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Sedation level, QT interval (if high risk), Liver function (prolonged use)

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Not recommended; excreted in breast milk

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Symptomatic and supportive; no specific antidote; consider activated charcoal if recent ingestion

โฐ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

Dr. SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Reviewed: Jun 26, 2026

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๐Ÿ”„ Substitutes for anzine 10mg syrup

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Alternative brands with exact same active ingredient (Hydroxyzine (10mg)):

Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

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