Colief Infant Drops are designed for parents seeking relief for their infants experiencing colic symptoms, primarily those related to lactose intolerance. By introducing a natural lactase enzyme, these drops assist in breaking down lactose in milk, significantly reducing discomfort, bloating, and wind. A key consideration for optimal efficacy is the need for refrigeration after opening and adherence to the three-week use-by period.
Lactase Enzyme Formula: Contains a natural lactase enzyme that actively breaks down the lactose in milk, making it easier for an infant's digestive system to process.
Colic Symptom Relief: Clinically proven to help alleviate symptoms commonly associated with colic, such as excessive wind, abdominal bloating, and general discomfort.
Versatile Use: Formulated to be safely added to both expressed breast milk and standard infant formula.
Suitable from Birth: Gentle enough for use with newborns and infants from day one.
Sugar-Free: Developed without any added sugars, aligning with infant dietary recommendations.
Easy Administration: Simple drop format allows for precise dosing directly into milk before feeding.
Effective Lactose Digestion: Directly addresses a common cause of colic by improving lactose breakdown.
Gentle & Natural: Uses a naturally occurring enzyme, minimizing artificial ingredients.
Clinically Supported: Proven efficacy in reducing colicky symptoms.
Safe for Newborns: Can be used from birth, offering early relief.
Sugar-Free Formulation: A healthy choice for infants.
Refrigeration Required: Must be kept refrigerated after opening, which can be inconvenient for travel.
Limited Shelf Life: Once opened, the product must be used within three weeks.
Specific Administration: Requires adding drops to milk before feeding, not directly to the baby.
Does Not Treat All Colic: Only targets lactose-related colic symptoms, not other underlying causes.
Discard Unused Milk: Any milk mixed with drops and not consumed must be discarded.
Effective Lactose Digestion: Directly addresses a common cause of colic by improving lactose breakdown.
Gentle & Natural: Uses a naturally occurring enzyme, minimizing artificial ingredients.
Clinically Supported: Proven efficacy in reducing colicky symptoms.
Safe for Newborns: Can be used from birth, offering early relief.
Sugar-Free Formulation: A healthy choice for infants.
Refrigeration Required: Must be kept refrigerated after opening, which can be inconvenient for travel.
Limited Shelf Life: Once opened, the product must be used within three weeks.
Specific Administration: Requires adding drops to milk before feeding, not directly to the baby.
Does Not Treat All Colic: Only targets lactose-related colic symptoms, not other underlying causes.
Discard Unused Milk: Any milk mixed with drops and not consumed must be discarded.
Colief Infant Drops work by introducing lactase, an enzyme naturally present in the human body, into your baby's milk. Many infants, especially newborns, have immature digestive systems that produce insufficient lactase, leading to difficulties digesting lactose (the sugar found in milk). This can result in undigested lactose fermenting in the gut, causing gas, bloating, and discomfort – hallmark symptoms of colic.
When added to breast milk or formula, the lactase enzyme in Colief pre-digests much of the lactose before your baby consumes it. This reduces the amount of lactose that reaches your baby's still-developing digestive system, significantly easing the burden and preventing the symptoms of colic.
Evening Fussiness: Administering drops before evening feeds can help reduce the discomfort often associated with 'witching hour' colic.
Breastfed Babies: Offers a solution for breastfed infants without requiring the mother to alter her diet, by treating the expressed milk.
Formula-Fed Babies: Easily integrates into formula feeding routines to make formula more digestible.
Example Application (Formula): Prepare your baby's formula as usual. While the formula is still warm (not hot), add the recommended number of drops. Allow the mixture to sit for a specified time (often 30 minutes) before feeding. This gives the enzyme time to act on the lactose. Always follow the specific instructions on the packaging for precise timing and dosage.
Breast Milk: Compatible with expressed breast milk.
Infant Formula: Compatible with all standard infant formulas.
Express a few tablespoons of breast milk into a clean, sterilized container.
Add 4 drops of Colief Infant Drops to the expressed milk.
Give this milk to your baby on a spoon before initiating breastfeeding.
Then, proceed with normal breastfeeding.
Prepare your baby's formula according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Ensure the formula is lukewarm, not hot (enzymes can be denatured by excessive heat).
Add 4 drops of Colief Infant Drops to the prepared formula.
Shake the bottle gently to mix the drops thoroughly.
Wait for 30 minutes before feeding your baby. This allows the enzyme to act.
Important: Discard any unused formula after the feed.
Prepare formula as usual and ensure it's lukewarm.
Add 2 drops of Colief Infant Drops per feed to the prepared formula.
Store the treated formula in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours (or overnight) before use.
Warm the formula to feeding temperature when ready to use.
Important: Do not store treated formula for longer than 12 hours. Discard any unused formula after the feed.
Before Opening: Store in a cool, dry place.
After Opening: Refrigerate immediately after first use.
Usage Period: Once opened, use the contents within three weeks.
Discarding: Always discard any treated milk that has not been consumed by your baby after a feed.