Vistaril Injection and Voltaren-XR

• Generic Name: hydroxyzine
• Dosage Forms: capsules and oral suspension, intramuscular injection
• Other Brand Names: Vistaril, Atarax, ANX, Vistaril IM, Hyzine, Vistaject-50, Rezine

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

Vistaril is used as a sedative to treat anxiety and tension. It is also used together with other medications given during and after general anesthesia.

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

• Generic Name: diclofenac
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Cambia, Cataflam, Voltaren-XR, Zipsor, Zorvolex, Voltaren, Dyloject, also Cambia

Voltaren-XR is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Voltaren-XR works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation.

Voltaren-XR is used to treat mild to moderate pain, or signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. The Cataflam brand of this medicine is also used to treat menstrual cramps.

Voltaren-XR powder (Cambia) is used to treat a migraine headache attack. Cambia will only treat a headache that has already begun. It will not prevent headaches or reduce the number of attacks.

Voltaren-XR may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.