HYDROXYZINE
\hˈa͡ɪdɹəksˌɪziːn], \hˈaɪdɹəksˌɪziːn], \h_ˈaɪ_d_ɹ_ə_k_s_ˌɪ_z_iː_n]\
Definitions of HYDROXYZINE
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a drug (trade names Atarax and Vistaril) used as a tranquilizer to treat anxiety and motion sickness
By Princeton University
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a drug (trade names Atarax and Vistaril) used as a tranquilizer to treat anxiety and motion sickness
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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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.
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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