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Colimax usage
My baby is 1 month old and is having colic issues. Can we give him 5 drops two times a day?
The prescription we got from the hospital was 5 drops as per needed. So, is it fine?
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Colimax (Simethicone) Usage in Infants
Indication: Relieves gas-related discomfort, bloating, and colic.
Dosage:
The usual dosage is 0.3 ml to 0.5 ml (20 mg to 40 mg simethicone), given after feeds .
Can be given up to 4 times a day
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Yes you can give 5 drops every 6th hourly
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
Not advisable below 6 months
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Dr. Dharmishta Verat
Pediatrician
7 yrs exp
Mumbai
Yes, can give colic drops every 8-12 hrs if needed. (dosage as per weight)
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Dr. Jyoti Singh
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Bareilly
You can give for immediate relief but don’t delay if the symptoms perisist .
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Should consult once if this is a repeated symptom and baby not feeding well or not gaining weight .
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