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Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride is a versatile active pharmaceutical ingredient commonly utilized in compounded formulations for its antihistamine and anxiolytic properties.
Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride is a first-generation antihistamine with anticholinergic and sedative properties, commonly used in compounded formulations for its versatile therapeutic effects. It is primarily indicated for the management of anxiety and tension, serving as an adjunct in organic disease states in which anxiety is manifested. Additionally, it is effective in the symptomatic relief of pruritus due to allergic conditions such as chronic urticaria and atopic and contact dermatoses.
Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride works by antagonizing the H1 histamine receptors, thereby reducing the effects of histamine in the body, which can cause symptoms like itching and hives. Its sedative properties are attributed to its ability to cross the blood-brain barrier, making it useful in preoperative sedation and as an adjunct to anesthesia. The compound is also utilized in the management of nausea and vomiting, particularly when these symptoms are associated with anxiety or tension.
In the context of compounding, Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride can be tailored to meet specific patient needs, offering flexibility in dosage forms and strengths that are not commercially available. This customization is particularly beneficial for patients with unique therapeutic requirements or those who experience difficulty with standard dosage forms. The pharmacokinetics of Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride, including its rapid absorption and extensive distribution, make it a reliable choice for achieving desired therapeutic outcomes in various clinical scenarios.
Prescribers should be aware of potential side effects, which may include drowsiness, dry mouth, and dizziness, and consider these when determining the appropriateness of Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride for individual patients. It is important to monitor for interactions with other CNS depressants, as the sedative effects may be potentiated. Overall, Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride remains a valuable component in the compounding pharmacy's arsenal, offering effective management of anxiety, pruritus, and other related conditions.
Each of these is compounded to order at our Warwick, Rhode Island pharmacy and requires a prescription.
We do not have a patient page for this ingredient yet. That does not mean we cannot make it. Bayview compounds this ingredient to a prescriber's order, and our full compounding formulary lists every preparation we make. Viewing the formulary requires a prescriber account.
Prescriber sign inA sample of preparations from our formulary. Strengths and dose forms are customised to the prescription.
Other salt forms of this molecule, and ingredients commonly compounded alongside it.
This page describes an active pharmaceutical ingredient, not a finished drug product. Bayview Pharmacy compounds preparations containing it only on a prescriber's order for an individual patient.
Compounded preparations are not FDA-approved, and the FDA has not evaluated them for safety, effectiveness, or manufacturing quality. Nothing on this page is a claim that any preparation is effective for any condition.
A valid prescription is required. Availability depends on Bayview's licensure in your state. This page is general information, not medical advice — discuss your situation with a licensed healthcare provider.
Our pharmacists work with prescribers to build preparations around a patient's dose, form and tolerances. Ask us what is possible with this ingredient.
