Hydroxyzine Pamoate 25 MG Oral Capsule

Generic Name: HYDROXYZINE PAMOATE
Brand Name: Hydroxyzine Pamoate
  • Substance Name(s):
  • HYDROXYZINE PAMOATE

WARNINGS

Nursing Mothers It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk. Since many drugs are so excreted, hydroxyzine should not be given to nursing mothers.

OVERDOSAGE

The most common manifestation of overdosage of hydroxyzine pamoate is hypersedation. Other reported signs and symptoms were convulsions, stupor, nausea and vomiting. As in the management of overdosage with any drug, it should be borne in mind that multiple agents may have been taken. If vomiting has not occurred spontaneously, it should be induced. Immediate gastric lavage is also recommended. General supportive care, including frequent monitoring of the vital signs and close observation of the patient, is indicated. Hypotension, though unlikely, may be controlled with intravenous fluids and vasopressors (do not use epinephrine as hydroxyzine counteracts its pressor action). Caffeine and Sodium Benzoate Injection, USP, may be used to counteract central nervous system depressant effects. Hydroxyzine overdose may cause QT prolongation and Torsade de Pointes. ECG monitoring is recommended in cases of hydroxyzine overdose. There is no specific antidote. It is doubtful that hemodialysis would be of any value in the treatment of overdosage with hydroxyzine. However, if other agents such as barbiturates have been ingested concomitantly, hemodialysis may be indicated. There is no practical method to quantitate hydroxyzine in body fluids or tissue after its ingestion or administration.

DESCRIPTION

Hydroxyzine pamoate, USP is designated chemically as 1-(p-chlorobenzhydryl) 4-[2-(2-hydroxyethoxy) ethyl] diethylenediamine salt of 1,1′-methylene bis (2 hydroxy-3-naphthalene carboxylic acid). It has the following structural formula: C21H27ClN2O2•C23H16O6 M.W. 763.27 Hydroxyzine Pamoate Capsules USP are administered in doses equivalent to 25 mg, 50 mg or 100 mg of hydroxyzine hydrochloride. In addition, each capsule contains the following inactive ingredients: croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, and pregelatinized corn starch. The 25 mg also contains anhydrous lactose. The 50 mg and 100 mg also contain lactose monohydrate. The capsule shell ingredients for the 25 mg capsule are D&C red no. 28, D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C red no. 40, FD&C yellow no. 6, gelatin, and titanium dioxide. The 50 mg capsule shell contains D&C red no. 33, D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C yellow no. 6, gelatin, and titanium dioxide. The 100 mg capsule shell contains D&C red no. 28, D&C red no. 33, D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C blue no. 1, FD&C red no. 40, gelatin, and titanium dioxide. The edible imprinting ink on the 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg capsules contains black iron oxide, D&C yellow no. 10 aluminum lake, FD&C blue no. 1 aluminum lake, FD&C blue no. 2 aluminum lake, FD&C red no. 40 aluminum lake, propylene glycol, and shellac glaze. Structural Formula

HOW SUPPLIED

Hydroxyzine Pamoate Capsules USP (hydroxyzine pamoate, USP equivalent to hydroxyzine hydrochloride), 25 mg are available as light yellow opaque cap and pink opaque body filled with yellow powder, imprinted in black ink stylized “barr” over “323” on one piece and “25” on the other piece, packaged in bottles of 100 (NDC 0555-0323-02) and 500 (NDC 0555-0323-04) capsules. Hydroxyzine Pamoate Capsules USP (hydroxyzine pamoate, USP equivalent to hydroxyzine hydrochloride), 50 mg are available as light yellow opaque cap and maroon opaque body filled with yellow powder, imprinted in black ink stylized “barr” over “302” on one piece and “50” on the other piece, packaged in bottles: Bottle of 15 – 68788-9696-5 Bottle of 20 – 68788-9696-2 Bottle of 30 – 68788-9696-3 Bottle of 60 – 68788-9696-6 Bottle of 90 – 68788-9696-9 Bottle of 100 – 68788-9696-1 Dispense in a tight, light-resistant container as defined in the USP, with a child-resistant closure (as required). Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]. KEEP THIS AND ALL MEDICATIONS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc. North Wales, PA 19454 Rev. D 11/2016 Repackaged By: Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc

GERIATRIC USE

Geriatric Use A determination has not been made whether controlled clinical studies of hydroxyzine pamoate included sufficient numbers of subjects aged 65 and over to define a difference in response from younger subjects. Other reported clinical experience has not identified differences in responses between the elderly and younger patients. In general, dose selection for an elderly patient should be cautious, usually starting at the low end of the dosing range, reflecting the greater frequency of decreased hepatic, renal or cardiac function and of concomitant disease or other drug therapy. The extent of renal excretion of hydroxyzine pamoate has not been determined. Because elderly patients are more likely to have decreased renal function, care should be taken in dose selections. Sedating drugs may cause confusion and over sedation in the elderly; elderly patients generally should be started on low doses of hydroxyzine pamoate and observed closely.

INDICATIONS AND USAGE

For symptomatic relief of anxiety and tension associated with psychoneurosis and as an adjunct in organic disease states in which anxiety is manifested. Useful in the management of pruritus due to allergic conditions such as chronic urticaria and atopic and contact dermatoses, and in histamine-mediated pruritus. As a sedative when used as premedication and following general anesthesia, Hydroxyzine may potentiate meperidine (Demerol®) and barbiturates, so their use in pre-anesthetic adjunctive therapy should be modified on an individual basis. Atropine and other belladonna alkaloids are not affected by the drug. Hydroxyzine is not known to interfere with the action of digitalis in any way and it may be used concurrently with this agent. The effectiveness of hydroxyzine as an antianxiety agent for long-term use, that is, more than 4 months, has not been assessed by systematic clinical studies. The physician should reassess periodically the usefulness of the drug for the individual patient.

NUSRING MOTHERS

Nursing Mothers It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk. Since many drugs are so excreted, hydroxyzine should not be given to nursing mothers.

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

For symptomatic relief of anxiety and tension associated with psychoneurosis and as an adjunct in organic disease states in which anxiety is manifested: in adults, 50 to 100 mg q.i.d.; children under 6 years, 50 mg daily in divided doses; and over 6 years, 50 to 100 mg daily in divided doses. For use in the management of pruritus due to allergic conditions such as chronic urticaria and atopic and contact dermatoses, and in histamine-mediated pruritus: in adults, 25 mg t.i.d. or q.i.d.; children under 6 years, 50 mg daily in divided doses; and over 6 years, 50 to 100 mg daily in divided doses. As a sedative when used as a premedication and following general anesthesia: 50 to 100 mg in adults, and 0.6 mg/kg in children. When treatment is initiated by the intramuscular route of administration, subsequent doses may be administered orally. As with all medications, the dosage should be adjusted according to the patient’s response to therapy.