Infacol Drops 150ml – Colic & Trapped Wind Relief for Babies (2026)
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Infacol Drops contain simethicone to gently relieve trapped wind and the discomfort of colic in babies by joining small gas bubbles into larger ones that are easier to bring up. Given before feeds with the dropper at the label dose.
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Quick answer: Infacol Drops are a simethicone-based liquid used to relieve trapped wind and ease the discomfort of colic in babies. The drops work in the gut by joining tiny gas bubbles into larger ones the baby can burp up more easily. Given with the dropper before feeds, they are gentle, are not absorbed into the body, and can be used from birth under guidance.
Key facts about Infacol Drops
| Product | Infacol infant colic drops, 150 ml |
| Active ingredient | Simethicone (activated dimeticone) |
| Used for | Colic, trapped wind and griping pain in babies |
| How given | By dropper before each feed |
| Absorption | Not absorbed — acts locally in the gut |
| Prescription status | Over-the-counter (from birth, per label) |
What are Infacol Drops?
Infacol Drops are a well-known infant remedy containing simethicone, a substance that tackles trapped wind. Colic — episodes of prolonged, inconsolable crying in an otherwise healthy baby — is often linked to swallowed air and gas building up in the tummy. The drops are supplied as an orange-flavoured liquid with a dropper for accurate dosing, and they act purely inside the digestive tract without being absorbed into the bloodstream.
How do they work?
Simethicone is an anti-foaming agent. In the baby’s stomach and intestines it lowers the surface tension of gas bubbles, allowing many small bubbles to merge into fewer large ones. These larger bubbles are then brought up as a burp or passed more comfortably, relieving the bloating and griping pain that can trigger colicky crying.
When to use them
Parents typically use Infacol Drops when a baby shows signs of trapped wind: drawing up the legs, a tense tummy, squirming during or after feeds, and crying that is hard to settle. The drops are given before feeds so the simethicone is present as gas forms during feeding.
How to use them (dosing)
Give the dose stated on the label — often a single dropper measure — before each feed, up to the daily limit specified. Use only the dropper provided for accuracy, and shake the bottle if directed. It can take a few days of consistent use before the full benefit is seen, so persistence helps.
Is it safe for newborns?
Because simethicone is not absorbed into the body and acts only within the gut, Infacol Drops are considered suitable from birth when used as directed. Still, always confirm suitability and dosing with a pharmacist or doctor for a very young or premature baby, and never exceed the recommended amount.
Possible side effects
Side effects are uncommon because the product is not absorbed. Rarely, a baby may show an allergic reaction to an ingredient, such as a rash. Stop use and seek medical advice if any unexpected reaction occurs.
Precautions
Colic has several causes, and drops help only the wind-related component. If crying is severe, feeding is poor, or you are unsure whether it is colic, seek advice rather than simply increasing the dose. Check the label for any ingredient your baby should avoid.
Does it interact with other medicines?
Simethicone has very few interactions because it stays in the gut and is not absorbed. Even so, tell your pharmacist about any other medicines or supplements your baby takes before combining products.
Soothing colic beyond the drops
Alongside Infacol Drops, gentle measures can help: winding the baby thoroughly during and after feeds, holding upright, a warm bath, gentle tummy massage, and calm, low-stimulation settling. Colic almost always improves on its own by three to four months of age.
When to see a doctor
Contact a doctor if your baby has a fever, is vomiting forcefully, has blood in the stool, is feeding poorly or not gaining weight, or if the crying pattern suddenly changes. These can signal something other than colic and need assessment.
⚠️ Safe storage — a critical rule for children’s products
Keep Infacol Drops tightly capped and stored out of the sight and reach of children, ideally locked in a high place. Although the drops are gentle, a child could swallow more than intended. Store at room temperature away from direct light, and check the expiry date, discarding any opened bottle after the period stated on the pack.
Expert note
Dr. Abdallah Fouad — Clinical Nutrition Specialist, 25+ years of experience: “Colic is exhausting for parents, and I understand the urge to fix it fast. Infacol Drops are a reasonable, safe first step because the simethicone stays in the gut and is not absorbed. Give it before feeds, wind the baby well, and be patient — colic passes with time. But if there is fever, vomiting or poor feeding, that is no longer simple colic, and your baby needs to be seen.”
Frequently asked questions
How do Infacol Drops help colic?
Simethicone joins small gas bubbles into larger ones that the baby can burp up or pass more easily, relieving trapped wind and bloating.
Can Infacol Drops be used from birth?
Yes, they are generally suitable from birth as directed, because simethicone is not absorbed. Confirm dosing with a pharmacist for very young or premature babies.
When should Infacol Drops be given?
Before feeds, using the supplied dropper at the label dose. It may take a few days of consistent use to see the full effect.
Are there side effects?
They are uncommon because the drops are not absorbed. Rarely a baby may react to an ingredient; stop use and seek advice if a rash appears.
When should I see a doctor instead?
If your baby has fever, forceful vomiting, blood in stool, poor feeding or a sudden change in crying, seek medical assessment promptly.
References
- NHS — Colic.
- MedlinePlus — Simethicone.
- American Academy of Pediatrics — Colic and the crying infant.
Keeping perspective on colic
Remember that colic, though distressing, is a normal and self-limiting phase for many healthy babies. Infacol Drops address the trapped-wind element, but reassurance, routine and rest for parents matter just as much, and the phase almost always resolves naturally within the first few months of life.
Bottom line
Infacol Drops use simethicone to gently ease trapped wind and colic in babies by helping gas bubbles combine and escape. They are not absorbed, are suitable from birth as directed, and work best given before feeds with good winding. Store them safely away from children, be patient over a few days, and see a doctor if warning signs such as fever or vomiting appear.
The information provided on this page is for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Do not use any medication or dietary supplement without consulting your doctor or licensed pharmacist. Read the full medical disclaimer policy
✅ This content has been reviewed by Dr. Abdallah Fouad — Clinical Nutrition Specialist (25+ years of experience).
