Concept information
Preferred term
Hydroxyzine
Type
-
Topical Descriptor
Broader concept
Narrower concepts
Entry terms
- 2-(2-(4-((4-Chlorophenyl)phenylmethyl)-1-piperazinyl)ethoxy)ethanol
Scope note
- A histamine H1 receptor antagonist that is effective in the treatment of chronic urticaria, dermatitis, and histamine-mediated pruritus. Unlike its major metabolite CETIRIZINE, it does cause drowsiness. It is also effective as an antiemetic, for relief of anxiety and tension, and as a sedative.
In other languages
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Finnish
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Atarax
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hydroxizinum
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Swedish
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Atarax
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Durrax
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Hydroxizinhydroklorid
URI
http://www.yso.fi/onto/mesh/D006919
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