There are many types of over-the-counter allergy medications. Doctors recommend Claritin® more than any other non-drowsy oral OTC allergy brand. Find relief from runny noses and itchy eyes in forms and flavors that meet the needs of your whole family.
Discover Why Claritin® is a Trusted Choice
Compare Claritin® to other leading OTC allergy brands. It’s the #1 doctor recommended non-drowsy oral allergy brand.
Features |  | Zyrtec® | Allegra® | Benadryl® | Xyzal® |
Relief for Adults in a Liquid Form | 
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#1 Doctor Recommended Non-Drowsy Oral OTC Allergy Brand |
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Non-Drowsy |
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Available In Orally Dissolving Tablets |
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Available In Liquid Gel Form |
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Available In 24 Hour Form |
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Available In 12 Hour Form |
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Comparison based on selected attributes. Always remember to read the label.
Allegra®, Zyrtec®, Benadryl® and Xyzal® are trademarks of their respective owners.
Compare Claritin-D® to other leading allergy brands and see why it’s the #1 pharmacist recommended adult, multi-symptom oral allergy product.
Features |  | Flonase®* | Nasacort® |
Comes In Convenient Oral Form |
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FDA Approved For Itchy Throat |
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FDA Approved For Itchy, Watery Eyes |
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FDA Approved For Sinus Congestion And Pressure |
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FDA Approved For Nasal Congestion |
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Available In 24 Hour Form |
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Available In 12 Hour Form |
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Non-Drowsy |
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Starts Working On Allergies With Nasal Congestion In As Little As 30 Minutes |
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Comparison based on selected attributes. Always remember to read the label.
*Refers to Flonase® Allergy Relief and Flonase® Sensimist™ Allergy Relief Products.
Flonase® and Nasacort® are trademarks of their respective owners. Compare Children’s Claritin® to other leading children’s allergy brands. Children’s Claritin® is the only brand that offers non-drowsy 24 hour allergy relief products indicated for children ages 2 and up.*
Features | Children’s | Children’s Zyrtec® | Children’s Allegra® | Children’s Benadryl® | Children’s Xyzal® |
#1 Pediatrician Recommended Non-Drowsy Oral OTC Allergy Brand* |
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24 Hour, Once-A-Day Dosing |
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Non-Drowsy |
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Syrup Indicated For Ages 2+ |
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Comparison based on selected attributes. Always remember to read the label.
*Among oral products from OTC children’s brands.
Children’s Allegra®, Children’s Zyrtec®, Children’s Benadryl®, and Children’s Xyzal® are trademarks of their respective owners.
Non-drowsy for Indoor and Outdoor Allergies
Loratadine, the active ingredient in Claritin® products, is a second-generation antihistamine that does not cause drowsiness when taken as directed. Loratadine hinders the allergic cascade — the complicated series of immune reactions that occurs when you encounter an airborne allergen from:
These allergens trigger the release of histamine in the body, which causes hay fever symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, and itchy, watery eyes. Claritin® is indicated for temporarily relieving these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:
Adults and children age 12 and older can take Claritin-D®. In addition to the symptoms above, Claritin-D® is indicated for temporarily relieving:
- Nasal congestion due to the common cold, hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies
- Reduces swelling of nasal passages
- Sinus congestion and pressure
- Temporarily restores freer breathing through the nose
Claritin® is More Than a Tablet
There are forms and flavors of Claritin® for every preference. Claritin® is available in tablets and Liquid Gels, as well as quick-dissolving tablets for people on the go. Claritin® Cool Mint Chewables provide allergy relief and an immediate cooling sensation.
Claritin®
24 Hour Tablets
12 Hour RediTabs® (Instantly dissolves in mouth)
24 Hour RediTabs® (Instantly dissolves in mouth)
24 Hour Liquid Gels
24 Hour Cool Mint Chewables
24 Hour Liquid
Claritin®
24 Hour Tablets
12 Hour RediTabs® (Instantly dissolves in mouth)
24 Hour RediTabs® (Instantly dissolves in mouth)
24 Hour Liquid Gels
24 Hour Cool Mint Chewables
24 Hour Liquid
Children’s Claritin®
24 Hour Chewables (Grape or Bubblegum flavor)
24 Hour Syrup (Grape flavor)
24 Hour RediTabs® for Juniors (Instantly dissolves in mouth)
Children’s Claritin®
24 Hour Chewables (Grape or Bubblegum flavor)
24 Hour Syrup (Grape flavor)
24 Hour RediTabs® for Juniors (Instantly dissolves in mouth)
Claritin® vs. Claritin-D®
Claritin® vs. Claritin-D®
Claritin® contains loratadine, an antihistamine, and provides relief of allergy symptoms that can be triggered by over 200 different airborne allergens.* Claritin-D® contains both loratadine and pseudoephedrine, an effective and fast-acting decongestant. Claritin-D® relieves allergy symptoms including nasal congestion in as little as 30 minutes.
*Claritin® is an antihistamine so it hinders the cascade triggered by allergens.
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