Infacol is a brand of anti-flatulent medication used to relieve wind, infant colic, and griping pains in babies. The active ingredient in Infacol is simeticone, which works by breaking up gas bubbles in the gut, making it easier for babies to pass wind.
Infacol was first launched in the UK in 1980.
It was initially invented by a Norwegian chemist named Kjell Hisdal in the 1970s.
Infacol was one of the first infant colic treatments to be clinically proven to be effective.
In 2006, Infacol was acquired by Forest Laboratories, Inc., which was subsequently bought by Actavis in 2014.
In 2015, Actavis was acquired by Teva Pharmaceutical Industries, Ltd.
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Infacol Drops are a medicine designed to relieve wind, infant colic, and griping pains in babies. They contain simeticone as the active ingredient, and can be given to infants from birth.
Infacol Wind and Colic Relief is a combination pack of Infacol Drops and a specially designed syringe for administering them to babies. It also comes with a leaflet containing advice on colic and how to treat it.
Infacol is used to relieve wind, infant colic, and griping pains in babies. The active ingredient in Infacol is simeticone, which works by breaking up gas bubbles in the gut.
Yes, Infacol is safe for newborns from birth onwards. It is a licensed medicine in the UK and has been clinically proven to be effective and safe for use in infants.
Infacol is administered orally using a dropper or syringe provided with the product. It can be given directly to the baby or mixed with their milk or food. The recommended dose is generally one dropperful, given before each feed.
Infacol is generally well-tolerated and has few side effects. Some infants may experience minor gastrointestinal symptoms like diarrhea or constipation, but this is rare.
Infacol is available from most pharmacies and supermarkets in the UK. It can also be purchased online from various retailers and the official Infacol website.