Among the remedies that can be used to relieving cramps in babies are the simethicone (Luftal), dimethicone (Milicon), Colic Calm, Colikids, Funchicorea and Endorus. However, all of these medications should only be given to the baby with the advice of a pediatrician and should not be the first choice in relieving colic of the newborn.
THE simethicone (Luftal) and the Dimethicone (Milicon) are medicines widely used to relieve cramps caused by intestinal gas. These medicines help dissolve the blisters that hold the gas in the intestines, relieving the baby's cramps.
O Colic Calm is a herbal medicine, composed only of natural ingredients, without the addition of saccharine (sweetener), sucrose (sugar) and coloring agents. The remedy is considered safe and does not cause side effects on the baby.
O Colikids is a probiotic medicine, that is, it has bacteria (Lactobacillus reuteri) that balance the intestinal flora. O Lactobacillus reuteri is also present in breast milk and its isolated use in the form of a medicine can improve the symptoms of colic in infants.
THE Funchicórea is a herbal remedy, produced with fennel and chicory, which helps relieve constipation and colic. By containing saccharin (sweetener), its use shares the opinion of pediatricians, who question whether the soothing effect of the remedy would not be due to its sweet taste.
O Endorus is also a herbal medicine, made from peppermint. It has antispasmodic action, that is, it relaxes the muscles of the intestine and thus relieves the spasms that cause colic. It has sucrose (sugar), so the effects can also be questioned for the same reasons as Funchicórea.
The pediatrician is the physician appointed to diagnose the causes of colic and prescribe medications or changes in the baby's diet.
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