CHILDREN'S ZYRTEC HIVES vs CLARINEX
Independent side-by-side comparison.
Rating
70/100
New
Pharmacy pays
$0.06 /mL
~$8.60 /30
Type
OTC
RX
Active ingredient
CETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE
DESLORATADINE
Manufacturer
Dosage forms
Solution, Syrup
Tablet
Drug class
Histamine-1 Receptor Antagonist
Histamine-1 Receptor Antagonist
Boxed warning
None
None
Half-life
about 8.3 hours (mean in healthy adults)
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Treats
Perennial Allergic Rhinitis, Urticaria
Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis, Perennial Allergic Rhinitis, Urticaria
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Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Children's Zyrtec Hives and Clarinex?
Children's Zyrtec Hives contains Cetirizine Hydrochloride, while Clarinex contains Desloratadine — 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.