Patient/caregiver was instructed upon therapeutic uses of hydroxyzine as follows:

Anxiety

• Serotonin and dopamine are chemical neurotransmitters in the brain, levels of which are finely regulated, for normal maintenance of mood and behavior.
• Excessive levels of these neurotransmitters can lead to anxiety and mood disorders.
• Hydroxyzine can inhibit the action of these neurotransmitters in the brain, thus reducing anxiety and helping to prevent any mood disorder.
• Hydroxyzine also has some calming down action on the activity of the brain, which results in dizziness and promotion of sleep.

Sedation and relaxation

• Hydroxyzine use can help allay fear and anxiety before any medical and surgical procedures and promote sleep and relaxation, both before and after the procedure.
• Hydroxyzine use, by promoting sleep and relaxation, also helps with contributing to the pain relief by pain killers.