Itching/Allergies

 
Claritan (LORATIDINE) or Zyrtec (CETIRIZINE) are once per day, or Allegra (FEXODENADINE) twice d day.
They are non-sedating and approved down to 6 months of age. 
Child's Age 6m-2yo 2 years - 5 years 6-11 years 12 years to adult
Claritan / Zyrtec Liquid (5 mg/5 ml) 2.5 ml once a day 5 ml once a day 10 ml once a day 10 ml once a day
Claritan / Zyrtec Tablets (5 mg, 10 mg) -- 5 mg once a day 10 mg once a day 10 mg once a day
Allegra 30 mg/5 mL Liquid (6 mg/mL) 2.5 ml twice a day 5 ml twice a day 5 ml twice a day 10 ml twice a day
Allegra tabs (30 mg, 120 mg, 180 mg)   30 mg twice a day 30 mg twice a day 60 mg twice a day or
120 mg -180 mg once a day

When to Use. Treatment of allergic reactions, nasal allergies, hives and itching.

Table Notes:

  • AGE LIMITS. Approved for ages 6 months and up.
  • DOSE Is based on the child's age
  • If under 6 years, don't give products with more than one ingredient in them. (Reason: FDA recommendations 10/2008).
  • MEASURE the DOSE. Syringes and droppers are more accurate than teaspoons. If possible, use the syringe or dropper that comes with the medicine.  If not, you can get a med syringe at drug stores. 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.  
  • Benedryl is not recommended as first line medication due to side effects.