Hydroxyzine User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• bla...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 30, 2015

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I have been on Vistaril for about a year now, and it has helped my anxiety greatly. Not to mention, no side effects at all. It also helps greatly with itching and extreme tension. I am taking 200 mg per day in two divided doses. I am very happy with this medication."

• Thi...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 2, 2019

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I was prescribed this for anxiety, was supposed to take it 3 times a day or as needed. I took one pill at 7:30 pm and was in bed within the hour and slept till 9:30 am the next morning. The next day, I just kept falling asleep all day! What makes me so mad is I told my doctor what worked for me, and she insisted on giving me this sedative instead. I was a stay-at-home mom to a child that was a year old at the time this was given to me, and I told her this. Knowing that she gave me a straight-up sedative that she told me to take 3 times a day and at night to help me sleep, that's not what I needed. Needless to say, I took one of these and never took another one. I have anxiety, I don't need to be in a coma, and I need something that will allow me to take care of my child. I have been on benzos for several years, and nothing has ever put me out like this did. Do not take this and expect to function, let alone take care of your kids, especially if you're at home alone. Thanks, but no thanks!"

• izz...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• August 29, 2020

For Sedation "I took 2 hydroxyzine before bed as told, and the next day I couldn't get up to do anything, I was so tired. It took 2 hours to finally kick in, and it barely helped. I'm still extremely fatigued at the moment, and it's been a day since I took the hydroxyzine."

• spa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 9, 2020

For Sedation "Was prescribed 50 mg hydroxyzine by my sleep doc to help fall asleep faster. I took it twice and it ruined a perfectly good weekend. Was so hungover I was just miserable. Took a 4-hour nap each day, which was actually the highlight. Awful. Would rather stare at the ceiling for hours than this."

• Pts...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 27, 2020

For Anxiety "I suffer from a traumatic brain injury. This medicine, hydroxyzine, has really helped me in so many ways I can describe. I would definitely recommend giving it a try. I am so glad I could find something that’s not benzo-related and works because those other meds out there are a nightmare to get off. You only take it if you need it."

• Bon...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 9, 2021

For Anxiety "I have severe GAD/OCD, and honestly, this really does take the edge off enough for me to be able to reign myself in and focus. That's all I need to be able to do. It allows me to be clearer headed and rational. It's done wonders for me honestly the past few weeks. I am not looking for it to take my anxiety completely, I'm also not looking for a stronger medication, SSRI, or something similar. So yeah, I think if you don't want to take anything like that because you react badly to it, then hydroxyzine is good."

• cry...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 21, 2016

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I've been on this medicine for 2 years now and it continues to work well against anxiety and panic attacks. I take a 25 mg pill per day. At first, I experienced slight drowsiness and wanted to sleep a lot, but after a few days these side effects went away completely. Skipping a dose won't affect me, but after skipping several doses once I felt nervous, irritated, and had trouble sleeping. Overall, it's good and reliable."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 19, 2012

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "Although this medicine does work as described, its response time to a panic outbreak is not fast. It takes about 45 minutes for the feeling of dread or mania to subside. To go further, the feeling is still there, but it blocks the mind from reacting irrationally to racing thoughts. I gave this medicine an 8, not a 10, because of the reaction time. So far, all medications in this class have made me tired. I like this one because I have had no side effects or cross interactions with other medications."

• Ame...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 20, 2013

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "After having surgery on my wrist, my mother suggested to the doctor to give me something to take the edge off of pain in between doses of hydrocodone. I was given Vistaril (25mg) and told to take as needed for pain with my other meds and that I could take 1-2 of them within every 4 hours or so. The doc also said it should tame down some stomach issue with the pain medicine (it did). I noticed not only were they helping me with the pain but I felt relief from some of the anxiety of being out of work and just not being able to function well without the use of my right arm. I asked him about this at my next visit, and he said indeed it was known for help with that and that was in fact part of the reason he added it for me. No side effects for me."

• Mim...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 10, 2014

For Anxiety "I had my first (and only so far) panic attack on April 14, 2014. I thought I was having a heart attack and had my husband take me to the E.R. After an EKG was cleared, the doctor gave me 2 Xanax and told me I suffered from a panic attack. I have not been the same since. I have had anxiety, arm pain, and jaw pain (from tension), heart palpitations, hot flashes, etc. I saw my doctor, and she set me up with Hydroxyzine, and it has been a lifesaver. 25mg up to 4 times a day as needed. I sleep great and function mostly every day normally. Every now and then I have a bad day, but very far and few between. 100% recommended to everyone."

• Sno...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 13, 2018

For Anxiety "After taking many medications for years (starting with being medicated for social anxiety which kept me out of high school - and now I'm 36) that didn't work or had awful side effects, I didn't think anything would work to the extent I wanted. Then my psychiatrist retired a few months ago. I had been on lorazepam for anxiety. The psychiatrist that replaced him saw that what I was taking really wasn't as effective as it should be. She asked me, 'When you are anxious, do you get the physical symptoms like a racing heart, or do you cry and get fretful?' I told her that I cry and get fretful and overwhelmed. She said, 'Let's get this anxiety under control.' She prescribed me hydroxyzine and cut back my lorazepam. Hydroxyzine is heads and shoulders above anything I've ever taken before for my anxiety. Giving it a 9 out of 10. Everyone's different, but maybe, if you're reading this, looking for answers, hydroxyzine could help you too."

• Rea...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 28, 2020

For Anxiety "I have been suffering from severe anxiety attacks since last February, I believe caused by my stressful job as the line cashier in a very busy retail/discount store. Dizziness followed by projectile vomiting for several hours. At first, I thought this medication was working, but now I think it makes me even more dizzy and anxious. I have also not been able to lose the 10 lbs I have been trying to lose, although I reduced my calories down to 1350/day and exercised daily. This is my fifth day not taking the Visteril at all, and I am much more clear-headed. Anxiety is such an awful thing to have. I wouldn’t wish it on my worst enemy. I ended up quitting said job and have now been off work for two months. I am close to retirement anyway and just trying to take care of myself, especially my mental health."

• Aun...
• January 12, 2015

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I was prescribed this over Xanax because I breastfeed and needed something safe to take for my extreme anxiety. I am bipolar, so my levels of energy are usually very high and I'm very anxious. I was unsure of this being able to calm me, but it works great. I have experienced headaches from this medicine, but I'll take that any day over my 'high-energy agitative states'."

• JBr...
• January 25, 2019

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "This should only be taken for acute anxiety. It’s extremely effective for stopping panic attacks and excessive worrying, but it is not good to take if you have to complete tasks. It utterly floors you. If you’ve experienced a traumatic event and do not mind being less functional, it will help greatly, especially if you want to get some sleep. But do not take this regularly before work or exercise. I’m a bodybuilder and run quite a lot, but I only take the medication afterward. I would not recommend long-term use, but I’ve been going on 5 years and it is still astoundingly effective when I start panicking and getting irritable. I usually just take it a couple of hours before sleeping or earlier if I’m panicking. So, effective as hell, but floors you, but you will not be dysfunctional or overly foggy. Its effectiveness is actually on par with Xanax, but there is no euphoria or risk for addiction, which is common in anxiety patients."

• Cst...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 26, 2013

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I am bipolar and take Celexa and Abilify. My doctor added Vistaril for my anxiety and panic attacks, and so far, the Vistaril did the trick. I feel human again and not flying all over the place since the Vistaril was added, and I haven't had a panic attack for 3 weeks. Hurray for Vistaril."

• Itc...
• January 21, 2013

Hydroxyzine for Allergic Urticaria "I was diagnosed with Urticaria at the age of 16 (in 1985 which just came out of the blue) and took an Atarax pill every 3-4 days when I felt the itchiness coming on. It worked 100%. Later in life, they suggested I try some other antihistamine (Claritin), which I did and it worked, but I have to take a pill every day so I went back to Atarax as I did not suffer from drowsiness (after taking it for so many years). Fortunately in 2011, the Urticaria disappeared and I no longer need any meds for it. If ever I get itchy skin again, Atarax will be my choice."

• Mak...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 9, 2015

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I had anxiety that I consider inexpressible. It was as bad as it can get. I took Xanax and it amplified my depression substantially, which increased my anxiety. Seeking a long-term treatment rather than an addictive short-term relief, I was prescribed Vistaril 50mg. This is a drug similar to Benadryl, but a bit stronger. It is non-addictive and DOES fight the anxiety without the side effects of Ativan/Xanax. This WILL NOT kill the anxiety alone. You must be on an SSRI such as Lexapro for this drug to fully combat GAD. I urge everyone to try this drug. There are no risks, and it may help you."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 3, 2023

For Anxiety "I've been struggling with GAD for about a year now. Recently, in the course of three weeks, I developed agoraphobia of leaving the house and fear of having anxiety. I haven't been able to go to work or go to the bar or even go on a walk. I'm very scared to try any new drug, I just about killed myself trying to grow the balls to take this. If your doctors prescribed you MORE THAN 10mg, do not start with that. I cut my 10mg in half, I took 5mg. A lot of people got tired from taking this. This was the absolute opposite for me. I was energized! Uplifted! Not a worry in the world! After taking this, I had a complete euphoria experience, just from 5mg. It wears off after a couple of hours. Because of this drug, I've been able to leave the house again and not live in complete fear. Don't be scared, just take it. Start off small and build up to it."

• Fri...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• January 25, 2020

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I’ve been taking Atarax for about 4 years to help with anxiety and insomnia. This medication helps relieve my sleep issues and definitely lowers my anxiety. I also take ashwagandha and practice yoga."

• sie...
• December 23, 2010

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I have generalized anxiety with agoraphobia. I hadn't had an anxiety attack in a while and hadn't taken medicines for a while until a few weeks ago when I attempted going to the mall and had a major panic attack. I went to the doctor and she put me on Vistaril. I used to take Xanax but was left feeling loopy and very tired, unable to function. Vistaril works very well for me without that drugged feeling and I don't have to worry about becoming addicted. I love it and would recommend trying it before other medication."

• Cjp...
• September 26, 2016

Hydroxyzine for Sedation "Taking Vistaril to help me sleep. I work nights, it's particularly difficult to sleep. This med just helps me to doze off & stay asleep. There's no 'drugged' feeling when I wake up. I do feel like it takes a little longer to get fully awake, but don't feel hung over like trazodone made me feel. Highly recommend it if you're looking for a very good non-narcotic sleep aid."

• pop...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 13, 2020

For Pruritus "I will always have warm, fuzzy feelings about hydroxyzine. I don't take it now, but about fifteen years ago I had a mysterious and terrible itchiness of my entire body. It was always present but was worse if I ate, moved, or did anything that raised my body temperature. Trying to sleep was misery. I went to four doctors before an allergy specialist knew what it was: dermographism. He prescribed hydroxyzine, and the relief was unspeakable. Over the next few weeks or months, it slowly resolved, and I tapered off of the drug. When you've been in that kind of misery and get that kind of relief, the gratefulness is immense."

• Car...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 25, 2020

For Anxiety "I was prescribed hydroxyzine by my family doctor for a severe allergic reaction to poison ivy. It worked extremely well from the afternoon of the first day! Surprisingly, it calmed my constant anxiety and stress, which I have had since being widowed a few years ago. When the prescription was finished and the allergy was gone, I discussed it with my doctor and he prescribed it as an anxiety suppressant that's refillable. I've been on it for a few months now and am wishing I had the severe allergic reaction much earlier! What a difference to my anxiety; it doesn't interfere with my mental thought process, just blunts the triggers of my anxiety. After my husband passed, my former doctor had tried different depression medications (sample sizes), and all zombified me. I didn't want to be mentally blank, so after the third medication attempt, I told her to stop and I'd just get through it. I highly recommend it, as long as you understand it blunts, not stops, anxiety. It also helps my ability to turn off problems at bedtime so I can sleep better!"

• Anonymous
• October 12, 2011

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I have moderate to severe anxiety associated with a very unhealthy self-esteem. It is a terrible thing because I am generally a very rational person. As a result, I have extreme difficulty telling someone how I feel and of hurting another person's feelings. (I would never want another person to suffer the way I do). My symptoms usually begin with increased heart rate, difficulty breathing, nausea and pain in the chest/throat area, hyperventilation which will sometimes throw me into panic mode and extreme negative thinking that I am unable to deviate from. I was prescribed Vistaril 25mg up to 4 times daily as needed. I have found it very effective so far for immediate relief but it does cause drowsiness."

• Chr...
• November 7, 2013

Hydroxyzine for Anxiety "I have been taking 25 mg of Vistaril once per day for about the past month. I take it at night. I have depression and anxiety pretty bad with the anxiety being the stronger of the two issues. I can't handle stress very well at all either. I am taking 40 mg of Prozac a day also. The Vistaril at first made me drowsy and lethargic. It took me about a week to adjust. Now I feel much better. I can sleep at night and feel decent when I wake up. It's not perfect but I am not getting any side effects and it's improved my life. I would recommend trying it but I would only take at night and do not drive after taking it until you get used to it."