Safety and efficacy of hydroxyzine hydrochloride: a retrospective study / Segurança e eficácia do cloridrato de hidroxizina: um estudo retrospectivo

ABSTRACT

A retrospective case study was performed using the clinical charts of patients diagnosed with atopic dermatitis, dermatitis, urticaria, and other allergic conditions, treated with hydroxyzine hydrochloride from the period of 2001 to 2003. Patients of both sexes were identified by the diagnosis and treatment prescribed, and having returned for at least one post-treatment visit. A total of 41 patients were identified who fulfilled the criteria for this safety and efficacy analysis of hydroxyzine hydrochloride. The results suggest that hydroxyzine is an effective antihistaminic agent in the treatment of numerous allergic and inflammatory conditions.