Kenilworth, NJ, January 14, 2009 — Schering-Plough Corporation (NYSE: SGP) today announces the introduction of new CLARITIN^® Liqui-Gels^®, the first and only non-drowsy allergy medicine in an easy-to-swallow liquid-filled capsule. Now available over-the-counter, CLARITIN^® Liqui-Gels^® provide powerful liquid relief for the worst allergy symptoms without causing drowsiness.

"New CLARITIN^® Liqui-Gels^® is the latest advancement for the 50 million Americans who suffer from allergies," said Dr. John O'Mullane, group vice president, research and development, Schering-Plough Consumer Health Care. "We are pleased to bring this innovative form to the line of non-drowsy CLARITIN^® products." Liquid-filled capsules are extremely popular with consumers. A recent survey* found that 75 percent of consumers who use liquid-filled capsules prefer them over tablets.

Like all CLARITIN^® products, new CLARITIN^® Liqui-Gels^® are available without a prescription and treat allergy symptoms such as itchy, watery eyes, sneezing and runny nose without drowsiness. CLARITIN^® Liqui-Gels^® are approved for adults and children ages 6 and older and can be found wherever over-the-counter products are sold.