Infacol Colic Relief

Infacol colic relief is designed for the relaxation of babies air, infant colic and extreme discomfort. The key ingredient – Simethicone – is an anti-flatulent ingredient which help the air release or burping into the tummy.

Infacol should be applied before every meal. In 70% of cases, Infacol has been shown to provide a same-day effect on infant crying. 

Infacol has a progressive effect, so best results are achieved after several days of repeated use.

If an improvement is not seen after a few days using the standard dosage of one dropper (0.5ml), then switch to a double dosage (1ml).

In the event of no improvement after exhausting your supply of Infacol, contact your medical professional for recommended alternatives.

Infacol’s main active ingredient is simethicone. Simethicone is inert and does not absorb into the body. It is, therefore, not known to have any adverse effects.

Secondary ingredients Methyl and propyl hydroxybenzoate may cause mild allergic reactions in some cases. If you notice any reaction (whether immediate or delayed), then please contact your doctor.

If you suffer severe reactions with this medication, please seek immediate medical attention.

Do not use Infacol if your child is allergic to methyl and propyl hydroxybenzoate. Some infants may not appreciate the direct application with a dropper. 

Always read the full ingredients list on the patient information leaflet. If your child is known to be allergic to any of the ingredients, then speak to your healthcare professional.

Infacol commissioned the largest-ever investigation into colic medicine – the Infant Colic Real World Evidence study. Studying 1,892 patients, the following results were recorded in patients being treated for suspected Colic:

• 9/10 symptoms settled in babies.

• 910 babies experienced less pain.

• 8/10 babies slept better.

• 8/10 babies passed more wind.

• 7/10 babies experienced results on the same day.

• 97% of babies cried less.

With a natural orange flavour and sugar, alcohol and colourant-free, Infacol is one of the most trusted colic remedies in the UK.

Infant colic is a common condition that affects young children and babies. It is defined as crying for more than 3 hours per day, more than 3 days a week, for at least 3 weeks. Normally a baby will cry for less than 2 hours per day.

Other signs of colic include:

• Crying later in the day lasting several hours

• A red flushed face when crying

• Clenching fists

• Arching back

While the exact cause of colic is unknown, the most common cause of colic-related crying is due to trapped wind and gas bubbles. Bubbles trapped within the stomach and intestines can build to cause pain and discomfort to your baby. Colic often occurs later in the day, and your baby may draw their knees up the chest.

Infacol contains simethicone. Simethicone is an anti-flatulent. Simethicone helps fuse small bubbles into larger bubbles that are easier for your baby to pass through burping or flatulence.

Applying Infacol at each feed helps to prevent and control colic early.

Infacol contains the active ingredient – simethicone – this helps to turn small bubbles of gas into larger bubbles that your little one can easily pass. As an inert substance, simethicone is not absorbed by the body and therefore does not pose any major risks to the body. After first use, 7/10 of users found an immediate effect on their baby.

Colief makes use of a natural enzymes to help break down lactose into simpler sugars. As this contains an active ingredient, the chances of allergic reactions are increased. Colief is provided as drops in a similar way to Infacol.

Gripe water is a natural remedy that originated in the 1850s. Originally containing alcohol, the latest recipe is based around sodium bicarbonate, dill seed oil, and fennel oil. Some babies find the taste of gripe water disagreeable. As such an old remedy, this has been the choice for previous generations.

Whichever choice you make, do not mix multiple colic medicines together. Reactions may occur, causing even more discomfort and pain to your baby.

Infacol does not require a prescription, although you are very welcome to book an appointment with a health expert at Click Pharmacy to discuss how best to use this product. It can be purchased online in 55ml bottles. 

Infacol should be applied daily before each feed.

To administer Infacol, perform the following steps:

1. Shake the bottle well.

2. Draw up the liquid into the dropper by squeezing the rubber bulb twice.

3. Wipe any excess buildup on the outside of the dropper to the inside of the bottle.

4. Place the dropper inside the babies mouth, squeeze the bulb, and apply to the back of the tongue.

In the event there has been little improvement after 2-3 days, use a larger dose of 2 droppers full.

Infacol comes in 55ml bottles. It is designed for use on infants. One dropper (0.5ml) should be given before each feed. If colic persists after a few days, then increase the dose temporarily to two droppers (1ml). For best results, Infacol should be used for several days. Continued usage will help prevent further build-up of wind. As a progressive medicine, repeated usage over several days will improve efficacy.