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Can i give my 3 year old 1/2 teaspoon of claritin (loratadine) at night follwed up with a 5mg claritin (loratadine) in the morning?
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Max -5mg in 24 hrs: Manufacturer's maximum dose is 5 mg/24 hrs for children ages 2- 5 years. Half (1/2) teaspoonful of Claritin (loratadine) syrup is 2.5mg. If you prefer syrup over chewable tablets and must give your child a dose at night and in morning , then give 1/2 teaspoonful in morning and night. Doses > 5 mg increases risks of side effects (restlessness, fatigue, headaches). See doctor if baby not improving. Take care.
Answered 6/24/2014
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