Allergy season is in full swing, and chances are, if you're one of the 25 percent of adults who suffer from seasonal sniffles, you're reaching for your trusty meds. Zyrtec is a super popular ...

Zyrtec and Claritin are similar over-the-counter allergy medications. Choosing what may work best for you can be a matter of subtle differences, such as side effects and the duration of the drug’s ...

Medically reviewed by Lindsay Cook, PharmD Key Takeaways Zyrtec can be given to children to treat allergy symptoms, but it ...

Many people use antihistamines to treat allergy symptoms. Zyrtec (cetirizine) and Claritin (loratadine) are two popular brands. They contain different compounds but appear to be equally effective.