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CHILDREN'S CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE ALLERGY vs CHLOR-TRIMETON

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 17, 2026·How we rate

Rating

70/100
New

Pharmacy pays

$0.06 /mL

Type

OTC
RX

Active ingredient

CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE
CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE

Manufacturer

Dosage forms

Solution
Tablet, extended release, Injectable

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

Perennial Allergic Rhinitis, Urticaria
Perennial Allergic Rhinitis, Urticaria

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Children's Cetirizine Hydrochloride Allergy and Chlor-Trimeton?

Children's Cetirizine Hydrochloride Allergy contains Cetirizine Hydrochloride, while Chlor-Trimeton contains Chlorpheniramine Maleate — 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.