Cetirizine (Zyrtec) and Loratidine (Claritin)
Dosages for Cetirizine (Zyrtec) and Loratidine (Claritin) for different ages
| Child's Age | 4-6 months | 6 months-2 years | 2-5 years | 5 years and up | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cetirizine Liquid 5mg/5mL | 1.25 | 2.5 | 5 | 10 | mL |
| Cetirizine Chewable Tablet 5 mg | - | - | 1 | 2 | tablets |
| Cetirizine Chewable Tablet 10 mg | - | - | - | 1 | tablet |
| Cetirizine Tablet/Capsule 10 mg | - | - | - | 1 | tabs/caps |
| Cetirizine Disintegrating Tablet 10 mg | - | - | - | 1 | tablet |
| Loratidine Liquid 5mg/5mL | - | - | 5 | 10 | mL |
| Loratidine Chewable Tablet 5 mg | - | - | 1 | 2 | tablets |
| Loratdine Tablet/Capsule 10 mg | - | - | - | 1 | tabs/caps |
| Loratadine Disintegrating Tablet 10 mg | - | - | - | 1 | tablets |
When to Use. Treatment of allergic reactions, nasal allergies, hives and itching.
Table Notes:
- AGE LIMITS. Cetirizine (Zyrtec) for 4 months and up. Loratadine (Claritin) for 2 years and up. Cetirizine is preferred for allergic reaction and hives. Data shows Cetirizine to be slightly more effective than Loratidine for nasal allergies and itching.
- HOW OFTEN. Repeat every 24 hours as needed.
Customized from Itching Allergies v0.1 7/8/2025
