Brand Name(s): Atarax; Vistaril; Ucerax; Serecid
CAS nº: 68-88-2
(hye drox ee zeen)
What is Hydroxyzine?
Hydroxyzine is a piperazine derivative that is used as an antihistamine (especially for itches), an anti-emetic (nausea reducing), and an anxiolytic (anxiety reducing) drug.
It can also be used as an addition to pre and post-operative medication, and it also possesses a weak analgesic effect.
Hydroxyzine is sold under brand names such as Atarax®, Ucerax®, Serecid® and Vistaril®.
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