atamax 10mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is atamax 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: Biomax Laboratories
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ atamax 10mg tablet Uses & Benefits
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Hydroxyzine |
| Brand Name | Atarax |
| Manufacturer | Biomax Laboratories |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | H1 Antihistaminics (First Generation) |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC (68-77ยฐF); protect from light and moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Antagonizes histamine H1 receptors; suppresses activity in subcortical brain regions
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take atamax 10mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of atamax 10mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Fatigue
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- QT prolongation
- Seizures
- Urinary retention
- Hypotension
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Agranulocytosis
- Hepatitis
- Allergic reactions
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
๐จ Major Interactions
- CNS depressants (e.g., alcohol, benzodiazepines)
- MAOIs
- Anticholinergics
โก Moderate Interactions
- CYP3A4 inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole)
- CYP2D6 inhibitors (e.g., fluoxetine)
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antihistamines
- Antipsychotics
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Increased CNS depression; avoid concurrent use
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to hydroxyzine or cetirizine, Porphyria, Prolonged QT interval
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Sedation level, QT interval (if high risk), Liver function (prolonged use)
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Not recommended; excreted in breast milk
๐ Overdose Management
Symptomatic and supportive; no specific antidote; consider activated charcoal if recent ingestion
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
๐ Substitutes for atamax 10mg tablet
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.