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Is it safe to take Atarax when pregnant?

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Hi doctor,

My wife is four months pregnant now. She has itchy palms. The doctor advised to take tablet Atarax 25 mg (Hydroxyzine hydrochloride). Is it safe to have this tablet during pregnancy? Kindly guide.
Answered by Dr. Richa Agarwal

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Dr. Richa Agarwal is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist with 26 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS and DGO at the Rani Durgavati Vishwavidyalaya. She treats health issues in women during and after pregnancy and is concerned with the fetus's health. Currently, she is practicing in Gurgaon, Haryana, India.

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Hello,

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Congratulations on her pregnancy. I have gone through your history and understand your concerns. Yes, antihistamines are considered safe during pregnancy. As it is prescribed in a very low dose and she is in her second trimester, she can consume it, but not for a longer duration.

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Published At March 22, 2016
Reviewed At June 22, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Richa Agarwal is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist with 26 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS and DGO at the Rani Durgavati Vishwavidyalaya. She treats health issues in women during and after pregnancy and is concerned with the fetus's health. Currently, she is practicing in Gurgaon, Haryana, India.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Richa Agarwal is an Obstetrician and Gynecologist with 26 years of clinical experience. She completed her MBBS and DGO at the Rani Durgavati Vishwavidyalaya. She treats health issues in women during and after pregnancy and is concerned with the fetus's health. Currently, she is practicing in Gurgaon, Haryana, India.

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