Hydroxyzine User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• 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."

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

Vistaril (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."

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

Atarax (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."

• Lea...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 21, 2020

For Anxiety "Wanted to give this drug some credit after reading some negative reviews. For context, I am a male, 175 lbs, and deal with Generalized Anxiety Disorder and Bipolar II. I feel the drug hydroxyzine is better as a maintenance drug for anxiety than as an instant response to an acute anxiety/depression crisis. For me, the drug is much milder than, say, Clonazepam. It does alleviate anxiety but still leaves me with a certain degree of control. Clonazepam and Xanax can work great but also make me sluggish and ineffective at work. Hydroxyzine provides me with more zen throughout the day without too much fogginess but is by no means a cure-all for anxiety. Positive side effect: I struggle with my allergies and other physical responses (IBS) to anxiety. I have seen improvement in both. Helps me stay asleep at night. I am fortunate and have not had many negative side effects other than a bit of nausea when I started. It's been a valuable part of my toolkit and has paired well with lamotrigine."

• 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."

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

Atarax (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."

• Aun...
• January 12, 2015

Vistaril (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'."

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

Vistaril (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."

• Anonymous
• July 19, 2019

Atarax (hydroxyzine) for Anxiety "I love this medication!! I take it for PTSD-related sleep disturbance. It literally cured my insomnia. It works like a charm, and I only take it probably once a week now. It feels good just to have it as my security blanket though. It does make me feel a bit drowsy the next day, but it’s so worth it to not have a night when I’m up until 3 am with insane anxiety. It’s also safe for people who are in recovery! Huge plus!"

• 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."

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

Vistaril (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."

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

Vistaril (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."

• Cjp...
• September 26, 2016

Vistaril (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."

• 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."

• Itc...
• January 21, 2013

Atarax (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."

• 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."

• 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."

• JBr...
• January 25, 2019

Atarax (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."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 7, 2025

For Anxiety "I would be careful with this medication. A lot of doctors swear that it causes no withdrawal when stopping suddenly. My doctor told me to do this. When I did, I had some of the craziest headaches and crying spells I’ve ever had. I was shaky and panicky and overall felt really horrible. I requested a refill because I couldn’t take how I felt and knew it was because I stopped this. Well, what do you know, as soon as I took the medication, about 30 minutes after, I felt back to normal and myself again. I’ve decided to wean myself off this since doctors have no clue what they are talking about!"

• 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."

• sie...
• December 23, 2010

Vistaril (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."

• Anx...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 16, 2014

Atarax (hydroxyzine) for Anxiety "This medicine does what it's supposed to do. A 50mg capsule usually is enough to dispel panic attacks and return me to baseline. I don't take any more because I can't deal with the drowsiness during the day and I take something else for sleeping at night. No benzodiazepine-like euphoria, just simple no-frills relief."

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

Atarax (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."

• Eme...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 10, 2012

Vistaril (hydroxyzine) for Nausea/Vomiting "I suffer from anxiety and I've tried a lot of medicines that just destroyed my stomach. I also have a 'sensitive' stomach. Along with a phobia of vomiting. So add that up and stir in insomnia, makes for a very unhappy me. Vistaril has helped with the nervous stomach aches, the anxiety-induced vomiting, and my anxiety while helping my Lunesta be more effective. This medicine is awesome."

• 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!"