Acetylcysteine Injection and Atarax

• Generic Name: acetylcysteine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

  Mucomyst-10, Cetylev

• It is used to treat acetaminophen overdose.
• It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor.

• Generic Name: hydroxyzine
• Dosage Forms: Tablets and Syrup
• Other Brand Names: Atarax, ANX, Vistaril, Vistaril IM, Hyzine, Vistaject-50, Rezine

Atarax (hydroxyzine) reduces activity in the central nervous system. It also acts as an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing and runny nose, or hives on the skin.

Atarax is used as a sedative to treat anxiety and tension. It is also used together with other medications given for anesthesia.

Atarax is also used to treat allergic skin reactions such as hives or contact dermatitis.

Atarax may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.