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Atarax 25 mg Tablets
Atarax® (hydroxyzine hydrochloride) is a prescription medicine approved for treating several different conditions, including anxiety and itching. It comes in tablet and syrup form, and is available in the following strengths:
- Hydroxyzine hydrochloride (Atarax) 10 mg tablets
- Hydroxyzine hydrochloride (Atarax) 25 mg tablets
- Hydroxyzine hydrochloride (Atarax) 50 mg tablets
- Hydroxyzine hydrochloride (Atarax) 10 mg per 5 mL syrup.
Most adults being treated for itching typically take Atarax 25 mg tablets (one tablet, three or four times a day). Children over age six may take 50 to 100 mg in "divided" doses, while children under age six usually take 50 mg daily in divided doses.
(Click Atarax Dosage to find dosing recommendations for the treatment of other conditions and for tips and precautions when using this medication.)
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD