On the other hand, a young child with an allergic reaction may be better suited to take Benadryl because it works faster.

As with all antihistamines, Claritin works by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical released during an allergic reaction that is responsible for symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose ...

Loratadine 5mg; orally-disintegrating tabs; mint flavor. <2yrs: not recommended. 2–5yrs: 5mg once daily. ≥6yrs: 10mg once daily or 5mg twice daily. Hepatic or renal insufficiency: see ...