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05-19-2004, 05:36 AM
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Difference between Atarax and Benadryl?
What's the difference between Atarax and Benadryl?
Does Atarax cause side effects like...constipation?
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05-19-2004, 09:06 AM
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Um, let's see...
Atarax = hydroxyzine
Benadryl = diphenhydramine
They are both antihistamines. They both make can make you sleepy.
However, I believe Atarax (hydroxyzine) is thought to have a bit more of an anti-anxiety, muscle relaxant effect in addition to the antihistamine properties. I believe this is why sometimes it's chosen instead of Benadryl for IC... so hopefully it will treat the mast cell component and maybe even help a little with spasms.
I've been taking Atarax at night for a month now and haven't noticed any constipation... but maybe in some people. I just don't know...maybe someone else can answer that part?
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*Diagnosed with severe IC in 2004
*Kept trying a million different treatments until I found what works, and I am doing great these days with the help of Atarax, Lyrica, pain medication, an occasional rescue instill at home, and the InterStim, which was placed in 2007
You can see my IC story at http://www.ic-network.com/patientstories/jennifer.html -- it's a little out of date these days, but you'll get the idea!
I am a doctor, but I am the Ph.D. kind, not the M.D. kind. Thus, I am not a medical authority nor do I offer definitive medical advice. I can only explain the science behind many medical issues, and in all cases, I strongly encourage you to discuss your medical treatment with your personal medical care provider. Only they can, and should, give medical recommendations to you.
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05-19-2004, 09:54 AM
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Thank you for replying to my post. I'm a little "gun-shy" when trying a new medication. I plan on taking Atarax 10 mg tonight. Thanks agian.  This board is wonderful. 
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05-20-2004, 08:11 AM
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Hi Tilly,
How'd your first dose of Atarax go??
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Jen
*Diagnosed with severe IC in 2004
*Kept trying a million different treatments until I found what works, and I am doing great these days with the help of Atarax, Lyrica, pain medication, an occasional rescue instill at home, and the InterStim, which was placed in 2007
You can see my IC story at http://www.ic-network.com/patientstories/jennifer.html -- it's a little out of date these days, but you'll get the idea!
I am a doctor, but I am the Ph.D. kind, not the M.D. kind. Thus, I am not a medical authority nor do I offer definitive medical advice. I can only explain the science behind many medical issues, and in all cases, I strongly encourage you to discuss your medical treatment with your personal medical care provider. Only they can, and should, give medical recommendations to you.
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