arotex 10mg tablet

4.4 (13 reviews)

Hydroxyzine (10mg)

🏭 Organic Laboratories 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Aug 22, 2026

📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available

Medically Reviewed

SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is arotex 10mg tablet 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: Organic Laboratories
Form: Allopathy
Pregnancy Category: C
Prescription Required: Yes

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💊 arotex 10mg tablet Uses & Benefits

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

Off-label uses: Insomnia, Chemotherapy-induced nausea

📋 Drug Information

Generic Name(s)	Hydroxyzine
Brand Name	Atarax
Manufacturer	Organic Laboratories
Packaging / Form	Varies by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic Class	RESPIRATORY
Action Class	H1 Antihistaminics (First Generation)
Route of Administration	Oral
Storage	Store at 20-25°C (68-77°F); protect from light and moisture
Shelf Life	As per manufacturer

🔬 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)

💡 How to Take arotex 10mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of arotex 10mg tablet

✅ Common Side Effects

Drowsiness
Dry mouth
Headache
Fatigue

🚨 Serious Side Effects

QT prolongation
Seizures
Urinary retention
Hypotension

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Agranulocytosis
Hepatitis
Allergic reactions

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

🔬 Drug Interactions

🚨 Major Interactions

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

⚡ Moderate Interactions

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

ℹ️ Minor Interactions

Antihistamines
Antipsychotics

🍽️ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions

🍷 Alcohol Interaction

Increased CNS depression; avoid concurrent use

🛡️ Safety & Warnings

🚫 Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to hydroxyzine or cetirizine, Porphyria, Prolonged QT interval

📊 Monitoring Parameters

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

🤱 Lactation Safety

Not recommended; excreted in breast milk

💊 Overdose Management

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

⏰ Missed Dose

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

👨‍⚕️ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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⭐ User Reviews

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.