✅ Prescription Required
Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride is a prescription antihistamine and anxiolytic medication for dogs and cats. It is used for the symptomatic relief of anxiety and tension associated with psychoneurosis and as an adjunct treatment in organic disease states where anxiety is present. Additionally, it helps manage pruritus (itching) caused by allergic conditions such as chronic urticaria, atopic dermatitis, contact dermatitis, and other histamine-mediated allergic reactions.
Key Details:
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Strength & Count: 50 mg tablet; 1 tablet.
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Class: Antihistamine and anxiolytic (H1 receptor antagonist).
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Indication (Dogs): Manages anxiety and tension, reduces itching caused by allergic skin conditions, and serves as an adjunct for anxiety related to organic disease states.
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Indication (Cats): Reduces anxiety and manages histamine-mediated pruritus from allergic skin reactions.
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Feline Safety: Safe for cats when prescribed by a veterinarian. The safety of use in pregnant or lactating animals has not been established; avoid use unless directed by a veterinarian.
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Use Only Under Vet Supervision: Dosage should be strictly as prescribed. Typical dosage for dogs is 1 mg per pound every 6–8 hours; for cats, 5–10 mg per cat every 8–12 hours.
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Contraindications/Cautions: Not for use in animals with hypersensitivity to hydroxyzine or its components. Avoid in pregnant or lactating animals unless benefits outweigh potential risks.
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Storage: Store at controlled room temperature (68°–77°F / 20°–25°C).
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Regulatory: Prescription required; federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.
Keep away from children and other household pets.
This item is not returnable or refundable.
Sold in Qty. of 1 (50 mg tablet).
Product type: |
Animal Health & Wellness > Medicine |
Brand: |
KVK OPCO |
Size: |
50 mg x Single tablet |
Status: |
Available |
Animal type: |
Dogs, Cats, Horses, Small |
Weight: |
0.01 |
Prescription required: |
YES |