Atarax SR is a sustained-release tablet containing Hydroxyzine 50 mg. It is prescribed to manage persistent itching, swelling, and rashes that accompany allergic skin conditions such as eczema and dermatitis. Doctors also use it to ease short-term anxiety and help patients feel more settled before or after surgical procedures. The prolonged-release design allows the medicine to act steadily over time. This helps maintain control of both allergic skin discomfort and situational tension with fewer fluctuations through the day.
Key Information
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Sustained-release antihistamine tablet
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Contains Hydroxyzine 50 mg
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Helps control allergic itching and short-term anxiety
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Supports calmer skin and reduced restlessness
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Tablet SR form (strip of 15 tablets)
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For oral use – swallow whole
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Prescription medicine
Key Ingredient
Hydroxyzine (50 mg)
Key Benefits
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Steady relief from itch and allergic skin flare-ups
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Helps reduce redness and swelling linked to skin reactions
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Eases short-term anxiety and nervous tension
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Prolonged action supports all-day comfort when prescribed
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Useful around stressful events or medical procedures
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Once-daily or as-directed dosing convenience
How Does It Work?
Hydroxyzine blocks histamine receptors that trigger itching and skin inflammation. At the same time, it gently lowers over-activity in certain brain pathways, producing a calming effect. The sustained-release formulation releases the medicine gradually so the benefit lasts longer than immediate-release tablets.
Directions For Use
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Take exactly as your doctor has advised.
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Swallow the tablet whole with water – never crush, chew or break the sustained-release form.
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It may be taken with or without food.
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Stick to the same time each day if prescribed regularly.
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Do not double the next dose if one is missed.
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Complete the full course recommended for your condition.
Safety Information
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Expect possible drowsiness – do not drive or operate machinery until you know your response.
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Alcohol can strongly increase sleepiness and should be avoided.
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Tell your doctor about any heart, liver or kidney concerns before starting.
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Pregnant or breastfeeding patients need medical clearance first.
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Share the full list of other medicines you take with your doctor.
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Keep the pack in a cool, dry place away from children.
Possible Side Effects
FAQs
Q1. Why is Atarax SR different from regular Atarax tablets?
Ans. The SR version releases Hydroxyzine slowly over time, offering more prolonged symptom control compared with immediate-release strengths that act and fade faster.
Q2. What problems does Atarax SR mainly address?
Ans. It is used for ongoing itching and rashes from skin allergies, and also for short-lived anxiety or to help patients feel calmer around surgery when a doctor recommends it.
Q3. Can I break or crush the SR tablet?
Ans. No. Crushing or chewing destroys the sustained-release design and may cause the full dose to act too quickly. Always swallow it whole.
Q4. Will I feel drowsy after taking it?
Ans. Drowsiness is quite common. Plan important tasks only after you understand how the medicine affects your alertness, and avoid alcohol completely.
Q5. Is long-term use of Atarax SR advised?
Ans. Use it only for the period your doctor has prescribed. Do not continue or stop on your own without professional guidance.
Q6. What is the best way to store Atarax SR tablets?
Ans. Store the strip in a cool, dry spot protected from moisture and sunlight. Keep it out of children’s reach and check the expiry date before use.
