Infacol 120 ml suspension

Introduction

Expert Advice

• Administer this medication before feeding the baby and at night time.
• Shake the container well before each use.
• Carefully measure the dose using a dropper.
• The dosage should be based on your child’s age and weight.

Primary Uses

Indications

This medication is used for the relief of flatulence (accumulation of gas in alimentary canal), abdominal (stomach area) discomfort, and infant colic (infant who isn’t sick or hungry cries for more than 3 hours a day, for more than 3 days a week, for more than 3 weeks) due to entrapped gas.

Side Effects

Patients administered with this medicine may experience dry mouth, thirst, and dizziness (feeling of being sleepy).

Contraindications

This drug should not be given in infants under 6 months.

FAQS

Which is better, gripe water or infacol?

Both of these medications are same and the only difference that they have is gripe water can be used after the infant is 1 month old whereas infacol is used after 6 months of age.

Can infacol be given after a feed?

Infacol can be given before, during, and after feeding your baby.

Does infacol make babies fart and burp?

This medication helps in relieving flatulence (accumulation of gas in alimentary canal), therefore, making it easier for babies to fart and burp.

How long does it take for infacol to start working?

It takes around 2 weeks for this medication to start working.

Can I put infacol in bottle?

0.2ml of infacol should be given to the infant before each feed, either directly in to the baby’s mouth, or by a bottle.

What are the uses of Simethicone?

This medication is used for treating gas causing conditions such as belching and bloating.

How to store Simethicone?

Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.

Is this medicine available as an over-the-counter product?

Yes, it is available.

Will I have issues swallowing/ eating foods during use of this medicine or experience intestinal pain of any sort?

There are no significant swallowing issues associated with use of this medicine.

Is simethicone good for acid reflux?

This medication is used to treat the symptoms of too much stomach acid such as stomach upset, heartburn (burning pain in lower chest), and acid indigestion.

How quickly does simethicone work?

This medication usually starts to work within 30 minutes.

When should you not take simethicone?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to simethicone.

Is simethicone safe to take daily?

The usual dose of simethicone for adults and teenagers is 45-90mg four times a day after meals and at bedtime.