OTC Allergy Medications for Children: Part III

Continued from exactly where I left off with Part I and Part II (definitely click the links to start reading from the beginning!)… Side Effects Aside from the sedation factor, Benadryl, Claritin, and Zyrtec all may have similar side effects: dizziness, dry mouth, dry nose, dry eyes (these medication are all very drying agents), and [...]

OTC Allergy Medications for Children: Part II

Continued from Part I (which you can read by clicking on the link!)… Dosing There is no need to give your child more than what is directed.  It will not speed up recovery and will only bring about more side effects (this goes for all three medications). For children ages 2 and older, Claritin and [...]