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Is it safe to take an expired children's claritin (loratadine)?

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Probably: The safety profile of the drug is quite good.What you loose after expiration is assurance of it's effectiveness. It is unlikely to hurt you but may not be as effective.

Dr Saghafi and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 2/24/2018

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