The efficacy of hydroxyzine as an anti-anxiety agent in long-term use (i.e., more than 4 months) has not been established. Periodically reassess the clinical response of the individual patient. Geriatric Adults. 50 to 100 mg PO 4 times daily as needed is the usual adult dose, adjusted to patient response.
Thyroxine affects the regulation of your bodyâs metabolism. An excess of this hormone can cause your bodyâs metabolism to increase, which leads to a rising body temperature. Gravesâ disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism. Gravesâ disease is an autoimmune disorder.
These types of side effects may cause some individuals to eat less, forget to eat, overeat or eat foods that they would normally avoid. Forgetting to eat properly can quickly lead to weight loss, but overeating can also lead to weight gain, obesity, type 2 diabetes and other conditions such as heart disease .