Claritin^® FAQ

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

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

Do not cut or break Claritin® products in half.

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.

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.

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

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

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).