Vistaril vs. Zyrtec

• 是Zyrtec and Vistaril the Same Thing?
• What Are Possible Side Effects of Vistaril?
• What Are Possible Side Effects of Zyrtec?
• What is Vistaril?
• What is Zyrtec?
• What Drugs Interact with Vistaril?
• What Drugs Interact with Zyrtec?
• How Should Vistaril Be Taken?
• How Should Zyrtec Be Taken?

Vistaril(hydroxyzinepamoate) andZyrtec(cetirizinehydrochloride) areantihistaminesused to treat symptoms of allergic reactions such asitching,流鼻涕, watery eyes, and sneezing.

Vistaril is also used as asedativeto treatanxietyandtension, or tocontrolnauseaand vomiting. Vistaril is also used together with other medications given foranesthesia.

Zyrtec is availableover-the-counter(OTC).

Vistaril may cause seriousside effects, including:

• dizziness,
• drowsiness,
• blurred vision,
• dry mouth,
• stomachupset,
• orheadache.

Tell yourdoctorif you experience serious side effects of Vistaril including:

• restlessmusclemovementsinyour eyes,tongue,jaw, orneck,
• tremors (uncontrolled shaking),
• confusion,
• 或癫痫(痉挛)。

Common side effects of Zyrtec include:

• drowsiness,
• fatigue,
• tiredfeeling,
• dizziness,
• drymouth,
• sore throat,
• cough,
• nausea,
• constipation, or
• headache.

In children, side effects of Zyrtec include:

• stomachpainand
• vomiting.

The side effect of sleepiness may occur when taking Zyrtec, so do not drive a car or operate potentially dangerous machinery.

Vistaril (hydroxyzine pamoate) is an antihistamine withanticholinergic(drying) and sedative properties used as a sedative to treat anxiety and tension. Vistaril is also used together with other medications given for anesthesia. Vistaril may also be used to control nausea and vomiting, or to treat allergicskinreactions such ashivesorcontact dermatitis. Vistaril is available ingenericform.

Zyrtec ismedicationthat temporarily relieves these symptoms due tohay feveror other upperrespiratoryallergies:

Vistaril may interact with probenecid.

Vistaril may interact with other medicines that make you sleepy (such as cold orallergymedicine, sedatives,narcoticpain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures,depression, or anxiety).

Zyrtec may interact withalcohol, other medicines that make you sleepy (such as other cold or allergy medicine, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression, or anxiety).

The recommended dose of Vistaril for treating itch (pruritus) is 25mg, 3 or 4 times daily. For sedation, the recommended dose is 50 to 100 mg. The dose to treat anxiety and tension is 50 to 100 mg 4 times daily. Vistaril may interact with other medicines that make you sleepy (such as cold or allergy medicine, sedatives, narcotic pain medicine, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, and medicine for seizures, depression, or anxiety). Tell your doctor allprescriptionand over-the-counter medications and supplements you use. Vistaril is not recommended for use duringpregnancy. It could harm thefetus. Discussbirth controlwith your doctor. It is unknown if this medication passes intobreast milkor if it could harm anursingbaby. Consult your doctor beforebreastfeeding.

Adults and children 6 years and over should take one 10 mgcapsuleonce daily; do not take more than one 10 mg capsule in 24 hours. A 5 mg product may be appropriate for less severe symptoms.

Adults 65 years of age or older, children under 6 years of age, and consumers withliverorkidneydiseaseshould consult a doctor before using this product.