Product Composition

Each tablet contains:

• Active Ingredient: Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride IP 25 mg.

Important Note: The following summary is for informational purposes only. This is a prescription medication and should only be taken under the supervision of a healthcare professional.

Product Summary

Hatawax-25 is an antihistamine containing Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride, marketed by Healthgate. It is used to relieve itching caused by allergic skin reactions, such as hives or contact dermatitis. Because it also has sedative and anti-anxiety properties, it is sometimes used to help control anxiety and tension or to produce sedation before or after surgery. It works by blocking histamine, a natural substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms, and by depressing activity in certain key areas of the central nervous system.

Pros and Cons

Pros:

• Effective Itch Relief: Highly effective at relieving severe itching from various allergic skin conditions.

• Anxiety Control: Its sedative effect can provide temporary relief from anxiety and tension.

• Rapid Action: It typically begins to work relatively quickly to control symptoms.

Cons:

• Significant Drowsiness: Drowsiness is a very common side effect, which can impair the ability to drive, operate machinery, or perform complex tasks. This effect is increased if taken with alcohol or other central nervous system depressants.

• Anticholinergic Side Effects: It can cause dry mouth, constipation, and blurred vision, especially in older adults.

• Respiratory Depression Risk: It can cause significant drowsiness, which can be dangerous for people with breathing problems.

• Not a Long-Term Solution for Anxiety: It is typically prescribed for short-term use for anxiety. Long-term use requires re-evaluation by a physician.

• Prescription Required: This is a prescription-only medication.

How to Use

• Warning: Do not take this medication without a doctor’s prescription. Self-medication is unsafe. Use exactly as directed by your healthcare provider.

• Dosage: Your doctor will determine the correct dose based on your medical condition, age, and response to treatment.

• Administration: Hatawax-25 can be taken with or without food.

• Drowsiness Warning: Because this medication causes drowsiness, you should not drive or do anything that requires you to be alert until you know how it affects you. Alcohol should be avoided as it can worsen drowsiness.

• Consult a Pharmacist: For complete usage instructions, potential drug interactions, and all associated warnings, consult the leaflet that came with your prescription or ask your pharmacist.