Hydroxyzine overdose

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Hydroxyzine overdose

Definition:

Poisoning from an overdose of hydroxyzine, which is an antihistamine.

Alternative Names:

Atarax; Vistaril

Poisonous Ingredient:

hydroxyzine

Where Found:

Atarax
Durrax
Vistaril
Ucerax

Note: This list may not be all inclusive.

Symptoms:

body as a whole
- unsteadiness
- tremor
- convulsions
- dry mouth
eyes, ears, nose, and throat
- blurred vision
skin
- flushed skin
heart and blood vessels
- rapid heartbeat
- low blood pressure
- palpitations
nervous system
- depression
- excitation
- drowsiness
- nervousness
- dizziness
- hallucinations
- disorientation
- delirium
- coma

Before Calling Emergency:

Determine the following information:

the patient's age, weight, and condition
the name of the product (ingredients and strengths if known)
the time it was swallowed
the amount swallowed
if the medication was prescribed for the patient

Poison Control, or a local emergency number:

They will instruct you if it is necessary to take the person to the hospital. See Poison Control centers for telephone numbers and addresses. Take the container with you to the emergency room.

What to expect at the emergency room:

Some or all of the following procedures may be performed:

Induce emesis.
Administer activated charcoal.
Administer a laxative.
Use gastric lavage.
Administer an antidote if necessary.
Treat the symptoms.

Expectations (prognosis):

If the patient survives the first 24 hours, survival is likely.

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