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Claritin (loratadine) can it be used instead of benedryl?
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Yes: Both are antihistamines. Claritin lasts 24 hours and Benadryl (diphenhydramine) lasts 3-4 hours. If Claritin works to control your symptoms you can use that daily instead of benadryl (diphenhydramine).
Answered 9/4/2019
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