Common Questions about Hydroxyzine (Vistaril)

Does hydroxyzine cause weight gain?

No. Weight gain is not reported as a side effect in clinical studies.

Does hydroxyzine help with nausea?

Hydroxyzine hydrochloride is FDA-approved to treat nausea and vomiting, excluding nausea and vomiting due to pregnancy.

What is the difference between hydroxyzine hydrochloride and hydroxyzine pamoate?

Hydroxyzine hydrochloride is the generic of the brand name Atarax which was discontinued in the U.S. Hydroxyzine pamoate is the generic of Vistaril. These two drug products are two versions of the same active ingredient. Thus, they have similar efficacy and side effect profiles. They are both indicated to treat anxiety, itching skin (pruritus) used for sedation with other medications.

However, the FDA also approved hydroxyzine hydrochloride to treat alcohol withdrawal syndrome, pain in labor, nausea, and vomiting that are non-pregnancy related, and psychomotor agitation (i.e., pacing around the room, toes tapping, restlessness, and rapid talking). 

Can hydroxyzine cause how blood pressure?

Hydroxyzine may cause low blood pressure. If you have heart problems, you should monitor your blood pressure at home while taking hydroxyzine, especially at the beginning of therapy.

What is the price of Hydroxyzine without insurance?

Without insurance, Hydroxyzine can be as high as $20.47 (generic), but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $7.05 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not. 

What is the price of Hydroxyzine with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on Hydroxyzine—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for Hydroxyzine. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medication, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.