Taking Claritin With Zarbee's Nighttime Cough Syrup

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We always appreciate our readers reaching out regarding potential drug interactions, especially when it involves over-the-counter medications for children.

Is There An Interaction?

There are no reported drug interactions between Claritin (loratadine), a second-generation antihistamine, and Zarbee's Nighttime Cough Syrup. They are considered safe to take together.

It is important to note that there are several Zarbee's Cough Syrup products on the market, but the good news is that none are considered to have any interactions with Claritin.

Claritin

Claritin is a second-generation antihistamine, used both for the treatment and prevention of seasonal allergy symptoms.

Second-generation antihistamines are noted for their long duration of action and their general lack of sedative effects. Other second-generation antihistamines include Allegra (fexofenadine) and Zyrtec (cetirizine).

Claritin specifically, will last around 24 hours per dose and is non-drowsy. 

Zarbee's Nighttime Cough Syrup

Zarbee's Nighttime Cough Syrup contains the following ingredients:

• Dark honey
• Melatonin
• Grapefruit seed extract

Below is an image of the 'Supplement Facts' label:

Dark honey is very similar to 'regular' honey but is thought to contain more vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It's included in this product to help reduce the frequency and severity of coughing. It can reduce throat irritation as well.

Several studies support the fact that honey can help with coughing in children, and, it appears to be just as effective as the over-the-counter cough suppressant, dextromethorphan.

Zarbee's Nighttime Cough Syrup also contains melatonin, a hormone that humans naturally produce. Melatonin plays an important role in our sleep/wake cycle and is very commonly included in over-the-counter sleep aids as a natural alternative to other drugs, like Benadryl.

Finally, Zarbee's Nighttime Cough Syrup includes grape seed extract. It has a variety of uses and is generally thought to help increase the absorption of various vitamins and minerals.

Final Words

To re-emphasize, none of the above ingredients contained in Zarbee's Nighttime Cough Syrup have any listed or reported interactions with Claritin. You can feel safe using them together.

Thanks so much for your question!