This childrens allergy medicine contains loratadine, a powerful antihistamine that helps to alleviate symptoms caused by allergies to pollen, dust, pets, and other common allergens.

Children's Claritin® and Claritin® RediTabs® for Juniors offer non-drowsy allergy relief of sneezing, runny nose, itchy, watery eyes and itchy nose or throat for kids in a variety of kid-friendly forms and flavors. Use as directed.

Children's Claritin is the #1 pediatrician recommended non-drowsy oral allergy brand. 24-hour, non-drowsy indoor and outdoor allergy relief. Provides 24-hour allergy relief of runny nose, sneezing, itchy, watery eyes and itchy nose or throat.

It takes about 1 to 3 hours for Claritin to start working. You can take your dose with or without food. Just be sure to take it about the same time every day. This will help it provide consistent benefits if you're taking it to prevent allergies.

Children: nervousness, wheezing, hyperkinesia, abdominal pain, conjunctivitis, dysphonia, malaise, upper respiratory infections.

For most people, Claritin® begins working within three hours after taking it.

Claritin® products are non-drowsy and can be taken at any time. Do not take more than one dose every 12 hours if you are using a 12-hour product, or one dose every 24 hours if you are using a 24-hour product. Always follow the label directions.

A common adult Claritin dosage is 10 mg by mouth once a day. Kids ages 6 years and older can also take this dose. Children ages 2 to 5 years old can take 5 mg of Claritin once a day. This medication isn't typically recommended for kids under 2 years old.

Common Claritin side effects include headache, drowsiness, and fatigue. Less commonly people may experience dry mouth, dizziness, or stomach side effects like nausea or diarrhea. Contact your healthcare provider if any Claritin side effects become too bothersome.

Common Claritin side effects include headache, sleepiness, and fatigue. Less commonly, some people may experience dry mouth, dizziness, or an upset stomach. Claritin side effects are typically mild and can be managed at home. If they become too bothersome, stop taking Claritin and talk to your healthcare provider.

What time of day should I take Claritin®? Claritin® products are non-drowsy and can be taken at any time. Do not take more than one dose every 12 hours if you are using a 12-hour product, or one dose every 24 hours if you are using a 24-hour product. Always follow the label directions.

Before bed. Allergy symptoms are often worse between 4 a.m. and 6 a.m. If you give them medicine before they go to sleep, it could control their morning symptoms. Before allergy season. If your child is allergic to pollen, you may want to start an antihistamine before pollen season, for 3 to 10 days.