Itching/Allergies


 
Children's Cetizirine (Zyrtec) Dose Table for Children 2 and Older (Under 2 years of age, please call the doctor) 
*** Benadryl/Diphenhydramine is no longer recommended ***

 
Child's Age Under 2 2-6 years 6+ years
Liquid 5 mg  / 5 ml Ask doctor 2.5 ml - 5 ml daily 5-10 ml daily
Dissolvable 10 mg  -- -- 1 tablet daily
Chewable 2.5 mg -- 1-2 tablets daily 2-4 tablets daily
Chewable 10 mg -- -- 1 tablet daily
Tablet 10 mg -- -- 1 tablet daily
             
When to Use. Treatment of allergic reactions, nasal allergies, hives and itching.

Table Notes:

  • AGE LIMITS. For  allergies,  please call our office for children under 2.  For  colds, not advised at any age. (Reason: no proven benefits). 
  • MEASURE the DOSE. Syringes and droppers are more accurate than teaspoons. If possible, use the syringe or dropper that comes with the medicine.