Infacol suspension 120ml

About Infacol suspension 120ml

Infacol Suspension 120ml Uses

• Relief from infant colic and excessive crying linked to trapped gas
• Reducing bloating and abdominal discomfort caused by swallowed air
• Easing wind and flatulence in bottle fed and breastfed babies
• Helping babies settle before and after feeds

Infacol Suspension 120ml Benefits

• Works directly in the gut without entering the bloodstream
• Sugar free formula suitable for regular daily use
• Fast acting, often easing gas within minutes of dosing
• Convenient dropper for accurate infant dosing

What Experts Say

Pediatricians describe simethicone as an anti-foaming agent. It works by breaking down small gas bubbles trapped in a baby's stomach and intestines into larger bubbles. This makes trapped wind easier to pass through burping or normal bowel movements, which often brings quick relief from colic-related fussiness.

Doctors note that infant colic is extremely common in the first few months of life and is not usually a sign of illness. Because Infacol acts locally in the gut and is not absorbed into the bloodstream, most pediatricians consider it a low-risk option for managing gas and mild colic when used exactly as directed on the label.

Experts still advise caution. Infacol is meant to ease trapped wind, not treat every cause of infant crying. Parents are usually told to consult a pediatrician if crying is severe, feeding is affected, or if fever, vomiting, or blood in stool appears alongside the colic symptoms.

Drug Class

• Anti-flatulent (anti-foaming agent)

Infacol suspension 120ml formula

• Simethicone

Available forms

• Suspension

How to use Infacol suspension 120ml?

• Shake the bottle well before each use
• Use the dropper provided to measure the exact dose
• Give the dose just before a feed, or mixed into a small amount of formula or expressed milk if advised by the pediatrician
• Usual dose for infants is 0.5ml to 1ml, about half a dropper, before each of the four main daily feeds
• Do not exceed the maximum daily dose stated on the pack or by the pediatrician
• Rinse the dropper with clean water after each use

Drug Interactions

• Other Oral Medicines: Simethicone is not absorbed into the blood, so it is unlikely to interfere with common infant medicines like paracetamol drops
• Thyroid Medicines: In adults, simethicone based products may reduce absorption of levothyroxine if taken at the same time, though this is not a concern for infant use
• No Known Major Interactions: No clinically significant drug interactions have been reported with simethicone in infants

Risks and warnings

• Age Limit: Not recommended for infants under one month unless a pediatrician advises otherwise
• Persistent Crying: See a doctor if colic symptoms continue despite regular use
• Allergy: Stop use and consult a doctor if a rash or unusual reaction appears
• Not a Cure: Infacol eases trapped gas but does not treat underlying feeding or digestive problems
• Storage Around Children: Keep the bottle out of reach of children when not in use

Infacol Suspension 120ml Side Effects

• Mild stomach upset in rare cases
• Occasional loose stools
• Skin rash or hives
• Swelling of the face or lips
• Persistent vomiting

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place
• Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use
• Keep away from direct sunlight
• Keep out of reach of children
• Discard the bottle a few months after opening as advised on the pack