ATARISE 25 (25mg Hydroxyzine)

Product Information

Atarise 10 mg Tablet contains hydroxyzine, an antihistamine with sedative properties. It is used to treat anxiety and to help relaxation before or after surgery.

It is also prescribed to relieve itching, swelling, and rashes caused by allergic skin conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis.

Atarise may be taken with or without food, exactly as prescribed by your doctor. The dosage depends on your condition and response to treatment.

Why is this Medication Prescribed?

Atarise is prescribed to:

• Reduce symptoms of anxiety and tension
• Provide relaxation before or after surgery
• Relieve itching and inflammation in allergic skin conditions

Uses

• Treatment of anxiety (short-term)
• Treatment of skin conditions with inflammation and itching (eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis)

Benefits

In Anxiety Treatment

• Reduces excessive worry, restlessness, irritability, and difficulty concentrating
• Helps manage anxiety during stressful situations (e.g., exams, interviews, stage performance)
• Improves ability to perform daily activities more comfortably

In Skin Conditions with Inflammation & Itching

• Reduces itching, redness, rash, and swelling in eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis
• Works by blocking histamine and reducing skin inflammation
• Improves comfort, appearance, and quality of life

How Should this Medicine be Used?

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor
• May be taken with or without food
• Continue treatment for the full duration prescribed
• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose.

Other Uses

Hydroxyzine may also be used for other allergic conditions or to control nausea and vomiting, if prescribed by your doctor.

Drug Interactions

Tell your doctor if you are taking:

• Other medicines that cause drowsiness (sedatives, sleeping pills, anxiety medicines, opioid painkillers)
• Alcohol (increases drowsiness and side effects)
• Antidepressants and antipsychotics (may increase risk of heart rhythm problems)
• Blood pressure medicines (may interact with hydroxyzine)

Special Precautions

⚠️ Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Warning

• Hydroxyzine should generally be avoided in early pregnancy and near delivery, as it may harm the baby (e.g., affect breathing, cause low muscle tone).
• Do not take during breastfeeding, as the medicine may pass into breast milk.
• Always discuss risks and alternatives with your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.

⚠️ Pediatric Safety Warning

• Hydroxyzine is not recommended for children under 6 years of age unless specifically prescribed by a doctor.
• In older children, dosing must be adjusted carefully.
• Accidental overdose in children can cause severe drowsiness, seizures, or heart rhythm disturbances.

Other precautions:

• Inform your doctor if you have heart problems, irregular heartbeat, or high blood pressure
• Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney disease
• This medicine may cause drowsiness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or perform tasks requiring alertness until you know how it affects you.
• Avoid alcohol while on treatment

Possible Side Effects

Common side effects include:

• Sedation or drowsiness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach upset
• Constipation

Seek medical advice immediately if you experience:

• Severe dizziness or fainting
• Chest pain or palpitations
• Allergic reaction (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing)

Storage & Disposal

• Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date
• Dispose of unused tablets safely according to pharmacist’s advice

Emergency Guidance

• Seek immediate medical help if you develop chest pain, severe dizziness, irregular heartbeat, or difficulty breathing
• Overdose may cause extreme drowsiness, confusion, seizures, or heart rhythm disturbances—call emergency services immediately