Itching / Allergies
Dosages for Zyrtec (Cetirizine) for different ages
| Cetirizine (Zyrtec) | May Give Every | 0-2 yrs. | 3-5 yrs. | 6-11 yrs. | 12 yrs. & over |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liquid 1mg/mL | Once Daily | Call first | 2.5 mL/day (May increase to 5 mL/day) | 5-10 mL once daily | 10 mL once daily |
| Chewable 5mg | Once Daily | Call first | 2.5 mg/ day (May increase to 5 mg/day) | 5-10 mg once daily | 10 mg once daily |
| Tablet 10mg | Once Daily | Call first | - | 1/2 - 1 tab once daily (5-10mg) | 1 tab once daily (10 mg) |
Dosages for Claritin (Loratadine) for different ages
| Loratadine (Claritin) | May Give Every | 0-2 yrs. | 3-5 yrs. | 6-11 yrs. | 12 yrs. & over |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liquid 1mg/mL | Once Daily | Call first | 5 mL once daily | 10 mL once daily | 10 mL once daily |
| Chewable 5mg | Once Daily | Call first | 5 mg once daily | 10 mg once daily | 10 mg once daily |
| Tablet 10mg | Once Daily | Call first | - | 1 tab once daily (10 mg) | 1 tab once daily (10 mg) |
When to Use. Treatment of allergic reactions, nasal allergies, hives and itching.
Table Notes:
- AGES 2 AND UNDER: Always call us first prior to giving your child the dose.
- DOSE. Find the child's weight in the top row of the dose table. Look below the correct weight for the dose based on the product you have.
- 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.
Customized from Itching Allergies v0.1 7/8/2025
