Aciphex and Atarax

• Generic Name: rabeprazole
• Dosage Forms: tablet, delayed release
• Other Brand Names: Aciphex, AcipHex Sprinkle

AcipHex (rabeprazole) is a proton pump inhibitor that decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach.

AcipHex is used short-term to treat symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in adults and children who are at least 1 year old.

AcipHex is used only in adults to treat conditions involving excessive stomach acid, such as Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. It is also used in adults to promote healing of duodenal ulcers or erosive esophagitis (damage to your esophagus caused by stomach acid).

AcipHex may also be given with an antibiotic to prevent duodenal ulcer caused by infection with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori).

AcipHex is not for immediate relief of heartburn symptoms.

• 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.