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Loratadine (Claritin) Dose Table

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When to Use. Treatment of nasal or eye allergies, hives, itching and other allergic symptoms.
Table Notes:
  • Age Limits. For allergies, don't use under 2 years of age. Reason: not FDA approved. For colds, not advised at any age. Reason: no proven benefits.
  • Dose. Find the child's age in the top row of the dose table. Look below the correct age for the dose based on the product you have.
  • Measure the Dose. Syringes and droppers are better to use than teaspoons. If possible, use the syringe or dropper that comes with the medicine. If not, you can get a med syringe at a drug store. If you use a teaspoon, it should be a measuring spoon. Reason: regular spoons are not reliable. Keep in mind 1 level teaspoon equals 5 mL and that ½ teaspoon equals 2.5 mL.
  • How Often. Give once a day in the morning.
  • Adult Dose. 10 mg
  • Brand Names. Claritin, generic loratadine
  • Plus Side. Causes less sedation than older allergy medicines, like Benadryl. It is long-acting and lasts up to 24 hours.
  • Downside. Doesn't control allergy symptoms as well as older allergy medicines. Use loratadine mainly if drowsiness from Benadryl interferes with function.
  • Cost. Use a store brand of loratadine. Reason: Costs less than brand name, Claritin.
  • Use in Countries Outside the U.S. Dose tables are based on U.S. products. Concentrations may vary in countries outside the U.S. Always check the concentration is the same before using this dose table.
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  • Home
  • PROVIDERS
    • Sarah A. Mayfield, MD
    • Paul A. Kniery, MD
    • Kelly E. Kries, MD
    • Casey L. Miles, MD
    • Ashley R. Parrigin, APRN
    • Kyla M. Byard, APRN
    • Jenna E. Tarter, APRN
    • Ariel J. Mujakovic, APRN
  • Portal
    • Patient Portal
    • Patient Portal Request
  • patient info
    • ACO Annual Notice
    • billing >
      • Financial Assistance
      • Insurances & Billing Department
      • Pay your Bill
    • Covid 19 >
      • COVID 19 Vaccine Information
    • HIPAA
    • Important Office Updates
    • Medical Grade Ear Piercing
    • Office Policies >
      • Immunization Policy
      • No Show Policy
      • Sports/Camp Physicals
    • Televisits
  • forms
    • Registration/Well Child Forms
    • New Patient Information
    • New Patient Request
  • Clinical Research Opportunities
  • Answers to After Hours Questions
  • Contact Us
  • Dosage Tables
  • Office Information
  • Online Appointments
  • Resources
    • Car Seat Regulations
    • Newborn Booklet
    • Parent Handouts
    • Related Links
    • Symptom Checkers
    • 24 Hour Nurse Hotlines
  • Inclement Weather Plan
  • AESTHETICS
    • Bowling Green Aesthetics