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Does Anyone Else Take Atarax Aka Hydroxyzine?

A MyFibroTeam Member asked a question πŸ’­
Montesano, WA

My doctors decided to try me on this medications after searching for an anxiety medication that also helps with insomnia that does not contain dairy or gluten, is not a benzodiazepine or opioid medication! As I am intolerant to the medications in these classifications and have celiac disease which makes gluten and dairy out of the question! After years on Xanax and Lodine I found out today that they are both dairy based medications and should have never been put on them

February 27, 2020
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Members warmly supported someone exploring Atarax (hydroxyzine) as an alternative to dairy-based anxiety and sleep medications, with many... Read more

Members warmly supported someone exploring Atarax (hydroxyzine) as an alternative to dairy-based anxiety and sleep medications, with many sharing that it has helped them manage hives, itching, anxiety, and insomnia, though some noted side effects like increased thirst or daytime drowsiness. Several members offered practical advice, including starting with lower doses to avoid excessive sedation, checking for potential drug interactions when combining it with tramadol, and exploring over-the-counter Benadryl as a more affordable alternative with similar benefits. A recurring theme was the importance of working closely with doctors and pharmacists to find safe, effective options that accommodate allergies and intolerances, with members expressing solidarity over the challenges of navigating complex medication needs.

A MyFibroTeam Member

Sativa gives you energy ...indica helps you relax so if you are wanting sleep be sure you get the right ones...also gummies can take up to 2 hours before you notice a difference. Any edible takes a little longer

March 1, 2020
A MyFibroTeam Member

πŸ’œHi Cindy.πŸ¦‹...I have episodes of chronic ideopathic urticaria, I've suffered with these since I was a teenager, and many years before fibro began, each episode typically lasts around 6 months, and my whole body is a mass of itching hives, it's like being stung repeatedly by a million stinging nettles..πŸ˜ͺ..my last bout was around 3 yrs ago, and I believe it was this that triggered fibro.🌹...quite a few on here suffer with hives, which fibro sufferers seem prone to.🌷...Aqueous cream with menthol can provide a little, brief relief, it super cools the skin..πŸ’œ

February 27, 2020
A MyFibroTeam Member

πŸ’œI take Atarax Kitty, have done for some yrs.πŸ¦‹..mine is prescribed to hopefully help keep the horrendous hives I periodically suffer from at bay, it serves a double purpose , as like you say it's used for anxiety and aids sleep..🌹..the only side effect , ( if you can call it one) I've noticed is increased thirst.🌷..I take 25-50mg at night....πŸ’œ

February 27, 2020
A MyFibroTeam Member

Wow that's so scary. Sorry that you can't use it.

March 4, 2020
A MyFibroTeam Member

I’m sorry that link does not work. I tried to edit and put the link again but it won’t work. I took a screen shot to show that there is a major warning

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