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January 27th, 2008, 14:25
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| Newbie Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Houston, TX
Posts: 9
|  Atarax
Dr. Forred, I was recently prescribed Atarax (says Hydroxyzine on bottle-guessing it's generic name) for the skin condition Uticaria, as I have really bad skin reactions to water. The doctor told me it was a pretty powerful antihistamine, and after doing my own research online I see it also has been prescribed to treat anxiety. This was kind of red flag for me, as I know the FAA frowns on anti-depressants. Was wondering if you knew if there are any restrictions or bans on Atarax for a 3rd class holder (I have yet to find anywhere listing it yet)? Thanks |
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January 27th, 2008, 15:29
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| Senior Member  Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: 3rd Rock From the Sun
Posts: 866
| Re: Atarax
Probably the same with any antihistamine. Don't use it and fly, don't fly with-in like 8 hours of last dose.
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January 27th, 2008, 18:43
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| Sr. Aviation Medical Examiner  Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Phoenix, AZ
Posts: 2,320
| Re: Atarax
Atarax is disallowed because of the sedation from the medication. You could try ranitidine, Claritin or Allegra in place of the Atarax.
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