CESAMET vs HYDROXYZINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated June 7, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. CESAMET and HYDROXYZINE HYDROCHLORIDE are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	CESAMET	HYDROXYZINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Rating	New	New
Pharmacy pays	—	$0.04 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	NABILONE	HYDROXYZINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Bausch	Pliva
Dosage forms	Capsule	Injectable, Solution, Syrup, Tablet
Drug class	Cannabinoid	Antihistamine
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	—	about 14 to 20 hours in healthy adults (two reported mean values: 20.0 ± 4.1 hours and 14.0 hours)
Treats	Nausea, Vomiting	Anxiety Disorders, Nausea, Pruritus

cesamet hydroxyzine hydrochloride

Rating

New

Pharmacy pays

—

$0.04 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

NABILONE

HYDROXYZINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Bausch

Pliva

Dosage forms

Capsule

Injectable, Solution, Syrup, Tablet

Drug class

Cannabinoid

Antihistamine

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

—

about 14 to 20 hours in healthy adults (two reported mean values: 20.0 ± 4.1 hours and 14.0 hours)

Treats

Nausea, Vomiting

Anxiety Disorders, Nausea, Pruritus

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Cesamet and Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride?

Cesamet contains Nabilone, while Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride contains Hydroxyzine Hydrochloride — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.