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Does Hydroxyzine Help With Alcohol Withdrawal?

Robert Gerchalk

Robert is our health care professional reviewer of this website. He worked for many years in mental health and substance abuse facilities in Florida, as well as in home health (medical and psychiatric), and took care of people with medical and addictions problems at The Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore. He has a nursing and business/technology degrees from The Johns Hopkins University.

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Does Hydroxyzine Help With Alcohol Withdrawal?

You may have heard of the drug hydroxyzine. It’s an antihistamine that’s used to treat allergies and itching. Hydroxyzine can also be used to help with alcohol withdrawal symptoms.

Hydroxyzine works by blocking histamine receptors. Histamine is a chemical that’s released by your body during an allergic reaction. It can also cause itching and inflammation. By blocking histamine receptors, hydroxyzine can help to reduce these symptoms.

Studies have shown that hydroxyzine can help to reduce the symptoms of alcohol withdrawal, including anxiety and tremors. Hydroxyzine is also effective in reducing the number of seizures experienced during alcohol withdrawal.

If you’re thinking about using hydroxyzine to help with alcohol withdrawal, it’s important to talk to your doctor first. Hydroxyzine can cause side effects, including drowsiness, dry mouth, and dizziness. It’s also not recommended for people with certain medical conditions, such as asthma or glaucoma.

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