Sage-Tips

Can you take Claritin and Benadryl in the same 24 hours?

“It may not be safe to take Benadryl until 12 hours after taking Claritin,” Dr. Glatter says. (Dr. Raimo takes that a step further, advising patients to avoid taking these two medications within 24 hours of each other.)

How soon can I take Claritin after Benadryl?

It’s not recommended to take Claritin and Benadryl together. Because they have similar side effects, taking them together can increase the risk of adverse effects. Claritin has a relatively long half-life so it may not be safe to take Benadryl 12 hours after Claritin.

What happens if you take more than one 24 hour Claritin?

Taking more than you are told may raise your chance of very bad side effects. Do not take Claritin-D 24 Hour Allergy & Congestion (loratadine and pseudoephedrine) for longer than you were told by your doctor.

How much antihistamine can I take in 24 hours?

Adults—5 to 10 milligrams (mg) once a day. Children 6 years of age and older—5 to 10 mg once a day. Children 4 to 6 years of age—2.5 mg once a day, up to a maximum of 5 mg once a day or 2.5 mg twice a day.

Can you take Benadryl after loratadine?

No interactions were found between Benadryl and loratadine. This does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.

What happens if you accidentally take two allergy pills in one day?

If a healthy adult takes only a slightly higher dose of antihistamine, such as accidentally taking two pills instead of one, their symptoms may not be serious, or they may not have any symptoms. However, a larger overdose, especially in children or older adults, may cause serious symptoms.

How is Claritin different from Benadryl?

A main difference between Benadryl and Claritin is that Claritin tends to cause less drowsiness and sedation than Benadryl. Benadryl and Claritin are available in generic form and over-the-counter (OTC).

Can I take Claritin 10 mg twice a day?

Official Answer. No, the maximum recommended daily dose of loratadine is 10mg once daily.

What happens if I accidentally take two Claritin?

Can you take Claritin twice a day?

How to use Claritin-D 12 Hour. Take this medication by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually twice daily (every 12 hours) with a full glass of water. Do not crush or chew this medication. Doing so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects.

What happens if you take an extra Claritin?

Common symptoms of overdosing on Claritin® may include drowsiness, headaches, and fast pounding heart rate. For any questions or concerns you may have about taking Claritin® or if someone has had more than the prescribed dosage, call the Poison Help Line at 1-800-222-1222.

Is it OK to take Claritin and Benadryl at the same time?

Taking Claritin And Benadryl At The Same Time For most individuals, taking Claritin and Benadryl at the same time is not recommended due to the risk of increased adverse events. Both medications are antihistamines so taking them together greatly increases the risk of side effects such as drowsiness, dry mouth, and dizziness.

What is the best time of day to take Claritin?

Claritin may be taken with or without food and may be taken in the morning or in the evening. Although considered a non-sedating antihistamine, Claritin may cause drowsiness in a small percentage of individuals who take it (<10\%).

Can you buy Claritin over the counter?

Claritin (loratadine) is a commonly used allergy medication that is available over the counter. Claritin is indicated to be taken as 10 mg by mouth once daily and it is not recommended to take more than 10 mg over a 24-hour period.

Can you take too much Claritin (loratadine)?

Claritin (loratadine) is a commonly used allergy medication that is available over the counter. Claritin is indicated to be taken as 10 mg by mouth once daily and it is not recommended to take more than 10 mg over a 24-hour period. There are no studies that I’m aware of recommending more than 10 mg of Claritin.