Hydroxyzine Pamoate

• Hydroxyzine pamoate is available by prescription only.

• Hydroxyzine pamoate is an antihistamine that blocks the effects of histamines in the body.

• Hydroxyzine pamoate also depresses the activity of the central nervous system.

• Hydroxyzine pamoate reduces or prevents...

• swelling

• itchiness

• hives

• rashes

• anxiety disorders

• tension in stressful situations

• Hydroxyzine pamoate binds to H1 receptors, a type of histamine receptor, that affect small blood vessels and smooth muscles.

• When histamines bind to H1 receptors, it causes blood vessels to dilate, and fluid begins to leak out, causing swelling and itchiness.

• Hydroxyzine pamoate prevents histamines from binding to receptors.

• Hydroxyzine pamoate is available in two strengths:

• 5 mg

• 50 mg

• Keep out of the reach of children and pets.

• Do not use in pets with a known hypersensitivity to hydroxyzine pamoate.

• Do not use in pregnant or lactating animals.

• Hydroxyzine pamoate may cause drowsiness.

• Consult your veterinarian before treatment if your pet is taking any other medications.

• Animals should not take hydroxyzine pamoate if they also suffer from...

• glaucoma

• lung disease

• heart disease

• liver disease

• kidney disease

• high blood pressure

• prostate enlargement

• Notify your veterinarian before treatment if your pet is also taking...

• chlorpheniramine

• celmastine

• meperidine

• phenobarbital

• acepromazine

• amitriptyline

• fluoxetine

• any other prescription and non-prescription medications

• Store at room temperature.

• Store protected from light and moisture.

• Give as directed by your veterinarian.

• Follow the instructions on the prescription label.

• Store at room temperature.

• Be sure to complete the prescription to ensure a full recovery, even if your pet seems to be improving, unless instructed otherwise by your veterinarian.

• Allow your pet access to plenty of water to drink.

• In the case of a missed dose, give it as soon as you remember or wait until it is time to give the next dose. DO NOT GIVE A DOUBLE DOSE OF HYDROXYZINE PAMOATE.

• In the case of an overdose, seek immediate attention from your veterinarian.

• The following symptoms could be signs of an overdose...

• extreme drowsiness

• nausea

• seizures

• Allergic reactions and serious side effects are rare, but in the case of an allergic reaction or a serious side effect, you should seek immediate veterinary attention.

• Some common signs of allergic reactions and serious side effects are...

• hives

• breathing difficulty

• facial swelling