Procolic Oral Drop 4.5ml

About Procolic Oral Drop 4.5ml

Procolic Oral Drop Uses

• Relief of infant colic and excessive crying episodes
• Gas and bloating caused by air swallowing during feeds
• General digestive discomfort in breastfed and formula fed infants
• Support for a balanced gut bacteria environment in babies

Procolic Oral Drop Benefits

• Contains two probiotic strains studied specifically for infant colic
• Works for both breastfed and formula fed babies
• Comes with a measured dropper for accurate daily dosing
• Free from simethicone, alcohol, and added sugar
• Convenient once daily dosing schedule

What Experts Say

Infant colic is defined as crying for more than three hours a day, more than three days a week, in an otherwise healthy baby younger than five months. Pediatricians across Pakistan see this concern often, especially in the first six to eight weeks of life, and reassure parents that colic usually resolves on its own by four to six months of age without lasting harm.

Research on the probiotic strains Pediococcus Pentosaceus CECT 8330 and Bifidobacterium Longum CECT 7894 suggests these bacteria help restore a healthier gut flora balance in infants, easing discomfort linked to gas and bloating. A published randomized, placebo controlled trial found a trend toward reduced crying time with this combination, though response can vary from baby to baby and results are not guaranteed for every infant.

Pediatricians generally recommend probiotic drops as a supportive option alongside feeding adjustments such as slower feeds, frequent burping, and correct latch technique. A pediatrician visit is still advised if crying is unusually severe, if weight gain slows, or if the baby shows fever, vomiting, or blood in the stool, since these signs point to a cause beyond ordinary colic.

Drug Class

• Probiotic dietary supplement

Procolic Oral Drop 4.5ml formula

• Pediococcus Pentosaceus + Bifidobacterium Longum

Available forms

• Oral Drop

How to use Procolic Oral Drop 4.5ml?

• Give 5 drops orally once daily, directly into the baby mouth or mixed with a small amount of expressed milk.
• Use only the dropper provided with the bottle for accurate dosing.
• A typical course runs about two weeks, or as advised by the pediatrician.
• Suitable for infants aged 0 to 3 years, including breastfed and formula fed babies.
• Shake the bottle gently before each use.
• Avoid mixing with hot milk or hot liquids, since heat can reduce the probiotic count.

Drug Interactions

• Antibiotics: Giving antibiotics and probiotic drops at the same time can reduce the probiotic effect; space doses a few hours apart if a doctor prescribes both.
• Other Probiotic Products: Avoid combining with another probiotic supplement unless a pediatrician advises it, to prevent unnecessary dose stacking.
• Overall Interaction Risk: Procolic Oral Drop carries a low interaction risk since it is a bacterial supplement, not a systemic drug.

Risks and warnings

• Premature Or Medically Fragile Infants: Consult a pediatrician before starting probiotic drops in premature babies or infants with weakened immunity or serious illness.
• Persistent Crying: If crying continues beyond two weeks or worsens, see a doctor to rule out other causes of infant distress.
• Warning Signs: Stop use and consult a doctor if the baby develops fever, repeated vomiting, blood in the stool, or refuses feeds.
• Allergy Check: Rare hypersensitivity to probiotic strains is possible; discontinue if rash or unusual irritability appears after dosing.
• Overall Risk Profile: Considered a low risk OTC supplement for healthy infants when the labeled dose is followed.

Procolic Oral Drop 4.5ml Side Effects

• Mild increase in gas during the first few days of use
• Occasional loose or slightly looser stools
• Rare fussiness right after dosing
• Very rare allergic skin reaction
• No serious side effects reported in clinical use of these two probiotic strains

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C, away from direct sunlight and heat.
• Keep the dropper cap tightly closed after every use.
• Do not refrigerate or freeze the bottle.
• Use within one month of opening for best probiotic activity.
• Keep out of reach of children.