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Loratadine

Also sold as allergy relief, Loratadine, DYE-FREE CHILDRENS LORATADINE, Nuvicare-Allergy Relief Loratadine Tablets, 10 mg, Claritin Chewable Grape and Bubblegum

Medicine summary · from official FDA labels · Oct 19, 2026

5 recalls on record — a recall affects specific batches; check with your pharmacist.

What it’s used for

Uses Temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other respiratory allergies: runny nose sneezing itchy, watery eyes itching of the nose or throat

How to take it

Directions adults and children 6 years of age and over 1 tablet daily; not more than 1 tablet in 24 hours children under 6 years of age ask a doctor consumers with liver or kidney disease ask a doctor

Important warnings

Drug Facts

If pregnant or breastfeeding

If pregnanct or breast-feeding , ask a health professional before use.

Forms & strengths

10 MG Chewable Tablet · 10 MG Oral Tablet · 10 MG Disintegrating Oral Tablet · 10 MG / 240 MG Oral Tablet · 1 MG/ML Oral Suspension · 5 MG Chewable Tablet · 5 MG Disintegrating Oral Tablet · 1 MG/ML Oral Solution · 10 MG Oral Capsule

Questions to ask your doctor or pharmacist

  • Is this the right medicine for my condition, and how long should I take it?
  • What side effects should I watch for, and which need urgent attention?
  • Does this interact with my other medicines, supplements, or alcohol?
  • What should I do if I miss a dose or take too much?