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ASTEPRO vs CHILDREN'S CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE ALLERGY

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 20, 2026·How we rate
asteprochildren's cetirizine hydrochloride allergy

Rating

70/100
70/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.58 /mL
$0.06 /mL

Type

RX
OTC

Active ingredient

AZELASTINE HYDROCHLORIDE
CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Viatris
Taro

Dosage forms

Spray/Inhaler, metered
Solution

Drug class

Histamine-1 Receptor Antagonist
Histamine-1 Receptor Antagonist

Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

—
about 8.3 hours (mean in healthy adults)

Treats

Allergic Conjunctivitis, Perennial Allergic Rhinitis, Vasomotor Rhinitis
Perennial Allergic Rhinitis, Urticaria

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Astepro or Children's Cetirizine Hydrochloride Allergy?

Astepro and Children's Cetirizine Hydrochloride Allergy are tied at 3.5 out of 5 by our independent rating.

Which is cheaper, Astepro or Children's Cetirizine Hydrochloride Allergy?

Children's Cetirizine Hydrochloride Allergy costs pharmacies less to acquire — about $0.06 vs $0.58 per ml, per the CMS NADAC survey. That gap is in the pharmacy's cost of goods, not necessarily in what you pay: your price is set afterwards by your insurer and the pharmacy.

What is the difference between Astepro and Children's Cetirizine Hydrochloride Allergy?

Astepro contains Azelastine Hydrochloride, while Children's Cetirizine Hydrochloride Allergy contains Cetirizine Hydrochloride — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.