My granddaughter gets Children's Zyrtec everyday given by her mother. Year round. Is this safe?
Question posted by Kb-in-Yuma on 28 June 2016
Last updated on 20 December 2018 by scratchyTim
The information on this page reflects personal experiences shared by our community members. It is not reviewed for medical accuracy and should not replace professional medical advice.
Answers
Official Answer by Drugs.com
21 Dec 2018
Here is the recommended Zyrtec dosage guide for infants and children under the age of 12 years old.
https://www.drugs.com/dosage-charts/zyrtec-infants-children.html
I believe so. While you did not list the child's age, I cared full time for a girl who took a regular dose (tablet form) of generic Zyrtec daily as recommended/rx'ed by her pediatrician, and she did just fine.
It is always to make sure & at least check with the child's pediatrician to be sure it is safe for her and that she is receiving the proper medication at the right dose (even with OTC meds) for her condition. Her doctor should at least be informed that she is taking it daily.
My son which is 13 has been on it for alittle over a year but his Dr. did Prescribe it to him. So far it seems to be working the way it should to help allergy's. So I would think its OK. If you don't feel that its right, I do think it would not hurt to ask the doctor just to be on safe side. Good luck.
Thank-you for your response.
She is seven, and no pediatrician was involved. I was just worried.
Related topics
zyrtec, allergic rhinitis, children, children's zyrtec
Further information
Similar questions
Search for questions
Still looking for answers? Try searching for what you seek or ask your own question.