Loratadine
Loratadine provides 24-hour relief from allergy symptoms without entering the brain significantly, which prevents drowsiness.
Dosage by Body Weight
Generally not recommended for children under 2 years unless specified by a doctor.
- Body Weight
- Under 30 kg
- Dose
- 5 mg (5 ml syrup)
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Usually applies to children aged 2 to 12 years.
- Body Weight
- Over 30 kg
- Dose
- 10 mg
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Tablet or 10 ml syrup.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 30 kg | 5 mg (5 ml syrup) | Once daily | Usually applies to children aged 2 to 12 years. |
| Over 30 kg | 10 mg | Once daily | Tablet or 10 ml syrup. |
Formulation
TabletSyrupDisintegrating Tablet
Purpose
Non-drowsy antihistamine for hay fever and allergy relief.
Generic Name
Loratadine
Branded Drug Names
Loratadine is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
- Claritin
- Loratin
- Aluvert
Scheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.