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What is Claritin Kids

Claritin Kids is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Claritin Kids is used to treat the symptoms of allergies, such as sneezing, watery eyes, and runny nose. It is also used to treat skin hives and itching in people with chronic skin reactions.
Claritin Kids may also be used for purposes not listed in Claritin Kids guide.

Claritin Kids side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

Less serious side effects may include:

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
See also: Side effects (in more detail)
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Claritin Kids dosing

Usual Adult Dose for Allergic Rhinitis:

10 mg orally once a day

Usual Adult Dose for Urticaria:

10 mg orally once a day

Usual Pediatric Dose for Allergic Rhinitis:

2 to 5 years: 5 mg orally once a day
6 years or older: 10 mg orally once a day (tablets, capsule, and disintegrating tablets)

Usual Pediatric Dose for Urticaria:

2 to 5 years: 5 mg orally once a day (syrup)
6 years or older: 10 mg orally once a day (tablets, capsule, and disintegrating tablets)

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References

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Claritin Kids - Frequently asked Questions

Can Claritin Kids be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?

In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.

It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.

What other drugs will affect Claritin Kids?

There may be other drugs that can interact with Claritin Kids. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

Who should not take Claritin Kids?

You should not take this medication if you are allergic to Claritin Kids or to desloratadine (Clarinex).

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to take this medicine if you have:

FDA pregnancy category B: This medication is not expected to be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

Claritin Kids can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Claritin Kids disintegrating tablets (Claritin Reditab, Alavert) may contain phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before using this form of Claritin Kids if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).

Do not give this medication to a child younger than 6 years old without the advice of a doctor.

How should I take Claritin Kids?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Claritin Kids is usually taken once per day. Follow your doctor's instructions.

Do not crush, chew, or break the regular Claritin Kids tablet. Swallow the pill whole.

Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.

To take Claritin Kids orally disintegrating tablet :

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Can Claritin Kids be taken or consumed while pregnant?

Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.

Can Claritin Kids be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?

Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.

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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology