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GENERAL

INGREDIENTS

CLARITIN®

CLARITIN® ALLERGY + SINUS®

CLARITIN® KIDS

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GENERAL

    What time of day should I take the product?

    The product can be taken any time of the day. Always follow the label directions. See individual product pages for label directions.

    Should I take the product with food?

    The product can be taken with or without food with the exception of Claritin® Rapid Dissolve which should be taken on an empty stomach.

    Can I cut or break the product in half?

    Do not cut or break Claritin® products in half.

    Can I take more than the recommended dose of the product?

    Do not take more than the recommended dose — always follow label directions. See individual product pages for label directions.

    In the case of overdose, contact a poison control centre, doctor or pharmacist right away even if there are no symptoms.

    What if my symptoms return before I am supposed to take another dose?

    Do not take another dose and follow label directions. Speak to a doctor or pharmacist if you have specific medical questions on how to manage allergy symptoms.

    Is Claritin® the same as Benadryl®, Reactine® or Allegra®?

    Claritin® products contain the active ingredient loratadine. Claritin® is not the same as Benadryl®, Reactine®, or Allegra®, which all contain different active ingredients.

    Is Claritin® non-drowsy?

    When taken as directed, all Claritin® products are non-drowsy.

    What is the difference in the formulas for each form?

    Claritin® Tablets, Claritin® Rapid Dissolve, Claritin® Liquid Capsules and Kids Syrup all have the same active ingredient: loratadine (an antihistamine ). The inactive ingredients differ in each form. We offer a variety of forms depending on your age and preference.

    Claritin®  Allergy + Sinus contains two active ingredients: loratadine (an antihistamine) and pseudoephedrine (a nasal decongestant ).

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    INGREDIENTS

      Do Claritin® allergy products contain these ingredients?

        Gluten Wheat Corn Soy Animal Derived Ingredients  Lactose
      Claritin Kids® Syrup  No*  No*  Yes No*  No No
      Claritin® Tablets  No*  No*  Yes No* Yes-bovine source  Yes
      Claritin® Rapid Dissolve  No  Yes Yes No* Yes-bovine source  No
      Claritin® Liquid Capsules  No* No* Yes Yes Yes-bovine source  No
      Claritin® Allergy & Sinus  No* No* No* No* Yes-bovine source  Yes
      Claritin® Allergy & Sinus Extra Strength  No* No* No* No* No No

      *Bayer Inc. cannot guarantee that an excipient of, or chemical used in the manufacture of this product has not come into contact with this ingredient at some stage. Therefore, we cannot guarantee that this product is completely free of this ingredient.

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      CLARITIN®

      Claritin® Tablets

        Can I chew a Claritin® tablet?

        Please swallow the tablet whole.

        Claritin® Rapid Dissolve 

          Can I swallow a Claritin® Rapid Dissolve Tablet or let it dissolve?

          Let the product dissolve in your mouth and then swallow.

          What happens if a Claritin® Rapid Dissolve Tablet melts in my mouth, but not on my tongue?

          The product will still perform the same. 

          What happens if I chew a Claritin® Rapid Dissolve Tablet?

          Although you should always follow the label direction, if a Claritin® Rapid Dissolve Tablet is chewed, the product will still perform the same. 

          Claritin® Liquid Capsules 

            Do I swallow a Claritin® Liquid capsule or let it dissolve?

            Swallow the product whole.

            Can I chew a Claritin® Liquid capsule?

            Do not crush or chew this product. Please swallow the Liquid capsule whole.

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            CLARITIN® ALLERGY + SINUS

              Will taking Claritin® Allergy + Sinus raise my blood pressure?

              We cannot make this determination because there are so many personal factors that might contribute to the raising of your blood pressure. Speak with your doctor before use. 

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              CLARITIN® KIDS

                Can adults use Claritin® Kids Syrup?

                Yes, adults may use Claritin® Kids Syrup. Always follow the label directions for Claritin® Kids dosing information. See individual product pages for label directions.

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