Colic-Ease Gripe Water

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Is Colic-Ease FDA approved?
Will this gripe water work for my baby?
What is the difference between Colic-Ease and other brands of gripe water?
What is sodium bicarbonate and why do you stress that it's NOT in your product?
What is charcoal doing in gripe water and why dont you use it?
What are the ingredients in Colic-Ease gripe water?
Is Colic-Ease gripe water safe for my baby?
A teaspoon is difficult for our 10-week old to take - we spill a fair amount. I'm breastfeeding so I can't add it to her bottle. Do you have any suggestions?
How does it help with Hiccups and Teething?
How can I order Colic-Ease?
How long can I store an unopened bottle of Colic-Ease?
How long will it last after opening the bottle?
How often should the doses be administered?Is it best to give them on a regular schedule (like every 4 hours or after feedings)?
Should I administer Colic-Ease before or after feeding my baby?
How long will it be after the dose is given before it starts to take effect? How long will it last?
Why are there other ingredients such as Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate and Polysorbate 80 in Colic-Ease?
Are there any side effects?
Is it safe to mix Colic-Ease with any other products or medications that my baby is taking?
I have some Colic-Ease left over what can I do with it?
Where is the nearest location I can buy Colic-Ease gripe water?
What is your privacy policy?

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Q. Is Colic-Ease FDA approved?

A. The FDA oversees all food and drug products. Since Colic-Ease is a dietary supplement, it does not fall into either of these categories. However, in 1994 the FDA set up guidelines for dietary supplements, including labeling requirements, and created the Dietary Supplement Health Education Act (DSHEA). Colic-Ease follows all of DSHEA's guidelines. In addition, Colic-Ease is manufactured in an FDA approved and inspected lab, with a Certificate of Analysis issued for each ingredient to check for items such as acidity/alkalinity, metals, organic volatile impurities and ingredient identification.

Q. Will this gripe water work for my baby?

A. According to an independent survey based upon 2 years of data from Colic-Ease gripe water customers in regard to the result of using this product for colic, teething gas and hiccups:
91% report it had a positive effect and would recommend Colic-Ease gripe water.
83% report that the "formulation and ingredients" influenced their choice.
78% report Colic-Ease gripe water was recommended through a person in the medical profession such as a pediatrician, lactation consultant, midwife and doula.

Q. What is the difference between Colic-Ease and other brands of gripe water?

A. Only the Colic-Ease gripe water is a purely herbal remedy consisting of five essential oils. Each of these oils contain properties that when combined, allow Colic-Ease to address the broadest range of symptoms.

Conversely, other gripe water brands rely on the effect of non-herbal ingredients (i.e. sodium bicarbonate or charcoal) in their formulas. You can read more about why we don't use sodium bicarbonate or charcoal for infants in this FAQ section.

It is equally important to note that Colic-Ease DOES NOT CONTAIN any of the following ingredients:

NO Drugs

NO Alcohol

NO Sodium Bicarbonate

NO Charcoal, Sucrose or Sorbitol

NO Glycerin, Soy, Gluten, Starch, Dairy Products

NO Wheat, Sodium Bisulfate, Yeast, Artificial Flavors, Sweeteners or Colors.

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Q. What is sodium bicarbonate and why do you stress that it's NOT in your product?

A. Sodium bicarbonate is commonly known as baking soda. We do not use sodium bicarbonate in the Colic-Ease formula for the following reasons:

The baking soda manufacturers state on the warning label on their product, "WARNING: Except when advised by a physician: Do not use the maximum dosage of this product for more than 2 weeks;…Do not give to children under 5 years of age;…"

When a baby is colicky and/or gassy, it does not mean that the baby has an acidic stomach - it may very well be alkaline. Introducing sodium bicarbonate (an alkaline) into the baby's diet over a period of days or weeks can cause the pH in the baby's stomach to become too alkaline and may actually cause the baby to have a colicky condition again.

*Sodium bicarbonate has been shown to deplete and interfere with Folic Acid and Iron, indicating that it may affect the function or absorption of the two.

Antacids (including sodium bicarbonate) do interact with or prevent the absorption of many medications, including: aspirin, salicylates, diabetic medicines (Diabinese, Micronase, Glucotrol), tetracycline (Sumycin, Tetracyn), penicillamine (Depen, Cuprimine), iron (Feosol, ferrous sulfate, Nu-Iron), ulcer medications (Tagamet, Zantac, Pepcid, Axid).

According to Medline Plus, a service of the National Library of Medicine: oAntacids [sodium bicarbonate] should not be given to young children (up to 6 years of age) unless prescribed by their doctor. Since children usually cannot describe their symptoms very well, a doctor should check the child before giving this medicine. The child may have a condition that needs other treatment. If so, antacids will not help and may even cause unwanted effects or make the condition worse.

[Notation] Sodium bicarbonate should also be avoided in the presence of other conditions such as: Appendicitis, intestinal or rectal bleeding, edema, heart, kidney or liver disease, high blood pressure, problems with urination and toxemia of pregnancy which may make these conditions worse.

Do not take this medicine [sodium bicarbonate] with large amounts of milk or milk products. To do so may increase the chance of side effects.

Do not take sodium bicarbonate for more than 2 weeks or if the problem comes back often.

Q. What is charcoal doing in some gripe waters and why dont you use it?

A. Listed below is some information about why we do not include charcoal in our gripe water and make a point of letting you know why. For more in depth information please consult the sources listed at bottom.

Activated charcoal's most important use is for treatment of poisoning. It helps prevent the absorption of most poisons or drugs by the stomach and intestines.

For uses other than for treatment of poisoning. Charcoal has also been used to treat other intestinal disorders such as diarrhea, constipation, and cramps. There are few studies to support these uses and there are also concerns that Frequent use of charcoal may decrease absorption of essential nutrients, especially in children.

Charcoal should NOT be used in children under three years of age to treat diarrhea or gas.

Charcoal should not be given for more than three or four days for treatment of diarrhea. Continuing for longer periods may interfere with normal nutrition.

Charcoal binds to other drugs and reduces their effectiveness, which could become dangerous.

Some activated charcoal products contain sorbitol. Sorbitol is a sweetener as well as a laxative, therefore, it may cause severe diarrhea and vomiting. These products should not be used in infants.

Parents should not mix charcoal with chocolate syrup, sherbet, or ice cream, even though it may make charcoal taste better. These foods may prevent charcoal from working properly.

Activated charcoal may cause swelling or pain in the stomach. A doctor should be notified immediately. It has been known to cause problems in people with intestinal bleeding, blockage or those people who have had recent surgery. These patients should talk to their doctor before using this product.

Charcoal may be less effective in people with slow digestion.

Activated charcoal should be kept out of reach of children.

Activated charcoal may cause the stool to turn black and cause staining.

Pain or swelling of the stomach may occur. Doctor should be consulted.

SOURCES

1. Charcoal, MEDLINEplus, National Institutes of Health, 1999.

2. Tran M. Charcoal, activated, Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine

3. Debora Tkac, editor, The Doctors Book of Home Remedies, Prevention Magazine Health Books, Rodale Press, Emmaus, Pennsylvania

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Q. What are the ingredients in Colic-Ease gripe water?

A. EACH ONE OF THE HERBS in the Colic-Ease formula is listed on the FDA's GRAS, Generally Recognized As Safe, list.

DILL WEED SEED OIL
CARAWAY SEED OIL
CARDAMOM SEED OIL

CINNAMON BARK OIL

CLOVE BUD OIL

For a detailed description of the full benefits of each herb individually please visit our ingredients page

Q. Is Colic-Ease gripe water safe for my baby?

A. Yes, at Colic-Ease, Inc. we are dedicated to providing our customers with a gripe water product of unsurpassed quality. The ingredients in Colic-Ease gripe water have met stringent requirements before being approved for use in our formula. Prior to being released for shipment, testing is done on every new production batch to confirm the accuracy of the formulation's ingredients. Then a "Certificate of Analysis" is issued for each ingredient to ensure that it has been checked for acidity/alkalinity, heavy metals, organic volatile impurities (microorganisms) and identification confirmation of the actual ingredient itself.

Q. A teaspoon is difficult for our 10-week old to take - we spill a fair amount. I'm breastfeeding so I can't add it to her bottle. Do you have any suggestions?

A. For best results you can use a medication dispenser with up to 5 ml. per dose. Colic-Ease can be mixed with the baby's formula, if necessary, for bottle fed babies. This method can be the least effective should the baby not finish the entire bottle, a complete dose will not be taken and the full benefit may not be achieved.

At Colic-Ease we don't place a dropper in the bottle with the gripe water because this will cause contamination to the remainder of the product.

We highly recommend the use of the Numi-Med medication dispenser for the following reasons:

It is not re-dipped in the Colic-Ease bottle, thus avoiding any contamination to the remainder of the product
It is easily cleaned/sterilized after each use
Can be pre-filled for travel, baby-sitters, Grandparents
Easy to measure correct dose - easy to use

Q. How does Colic-Ease help with hiccups and teething?

A. In hiccups, the diaphragm spasms, causing pain and discomfort. The Caraway Seed Oil in Colic-Ease is derived from a group of plants that help alleviate these painful spasms.

During teething, babies can cry excessively, taking in air. The Dillweed Seed Oil in Colic-Ease has an antifoaming action which dispels flatulence (gas) that is formed by this excessive air intake.

Q. How can I order Colic-Ease gripe water?

A. We accept Visa, Visa debit, MasterCard and MasterCard debit online 24 hours a day. You can give us a call to place a phone order at 516-520-7280.

Q. How long can I store an unopened bottle of Colic-Ease?

A. Colic-Ease may be stored up to 3 years if unopened. Once opened, it can be stored safely and remain effective for six months when kept at room temperature, out of direct sunlight.

Q. How long will it last after I open the bottle?

A. 6 months

Q. How often should the doses be administered? Is it best to give them on a regular schedule (like every 4 hours or after feedings)?

A. Colic-Ease can be administered, as needed, every 1/2 hour, with up to 6 doses (or 12 half doses) in a 24-hour period. For best results, Colic-Ease should be given with each feeding (before, during or immediately after). It can also be given anytime in-between when your baby experiences discomfort from gas or cramping. If your baby is fussier at night, you can administer half doses during the day and full doses at night (not exceeding 6 full doses in a 24-hour period).

Q. Should I administer Colic-Ease before or after feeding my baby?

A. We get positive feedback about both methods, try each one and you will be able to see which method is working best for your baby.

Q. How long will it be after the dose is given before it starts to take effect? How long will it last?

A. Because each baby's body chemistry is different, results will vary. However, the greatest percentage of babies experience relief within the first 15 minutes. Most babies will remain comfortable for 4-6 hours.

Q. Why are there other ingredients such as Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate and Polysorbate 80 in Colic-Ease?

A. Many people falsely think that if a product is totally natural or even organic, it doesn't need protection. In fact, just the opposite is true. All food products need protection against the growth of microorganisms. To naturally inhibit microbial growth, we use Sodium Benzoate, an FDA-approved, polyunsaturated fat found naturally in organically grown cranberries and prunes, and Potassium Sorbate, a naturally occurring nutrient derived from the mountain ash tree. Polysorbate 80, derived from the fatty acids of vegetable oil, is an emulsifier used to bind the essential oils to the water and each other in order for them to be effective. It should also be noted that there are micro amounts of these ingredients.

Q. Are there any side effects?

A. None have been noted. But since all babies are different, we always suggest that parents/grandparents consult with their baby's pediatrician before introducing a product.

Q. Is it safe to mix Colic-Ease with any other products or medications that my baby is taking?

A. We strongly advise parents to consult with their baby's pediatrician before using Colic-Ease in combination with any over-the-counter products or prescriptions. If you have additional questions, please contact us using our contact form.

Q. I have got some Colic-Ease left over, what can I do with it?

A. You can use Colic-Ease again when introducing new foods into your baby's diet that may cause gas pains. It is also effective for adults experiencing heartburn, bloating, nausea or indigestion. Adult dose is 4 tablespoons.

Q. What is your privacy policy?

A. Your information is your information. We NEVER sell or share any of the information given to Colic-Ease. The website is totally secure and so is your personal information.

Due to the company's Quality Control Policy, we do not reship or resell returned merchandise even when unopened. Each bottle of Colic-Ease that is shipped from our facility comes to us directly from an FDA-approved lab, is inspected for proper lot number, date and seal and quality then is shipped directly to our customers. As such, we are unable to accept returned bottles of Colic-Ease.

Locations:

Don't see a location near you? All of these retail location referrals are from customers who have brought Colic-Ease to the attention of a local health food store, pharmacy or doctor's office so it could be made available locally. If you'd like a location that is close to you to carry Colic-Ease gripe water, most customers print out the information right from the website and bring it to the location and tell them about Colic-Ease, their experience using it and how they would like it available locally. If you'd like us to contact a location for you, please provide us with the location's contact information and we will be glad to give them a call based on your referral.

ALASKA

Natural Pantry
3801 Old Seward Highway
Anchorage
907 770-1444

CALIFORNIA

Day One
3490 California Street, #203
San Francisco
415 440-3291

Day One
855 El Camino Real, Suite 127
Palo Alto
650 322-3291

DayOne Center
1403 North Main Street
Walnut Creek
925 933-3291

Pediatric Alternatives
10 Thomas Drive
Mill Valley
415 380-8448

Mommy Zone
18399 Ventura Boulevard, # 14/15
Tarzana
818 345-6060

Ladera Health & Nutrition Center
25612 Crown Valley Parkway, Suite L3
Ladera Ranch
949 276-4648

Whole Foods Market
7871 Santa Monica Boulevard
W. Hollywood
323 848-4200

Little Bundles
675 Tucker Road, Suite E
Pehachapi
661 822-2867

Twinkle Twinkle Boutique
40675 Murrieta Hot Springs Road
Murrieta
951 461-7255

Dr. Gaila Mackenzie
333 S Juniper Street, Suite 111
Escondido
760 746-7829

COLORADO

Alliance Breastfeeding Center
5664 N. Academy Boulevard
Colorado Springs
719 268-1888

Whole Foods Market
2375 E. First Avenue
Denver
720 941-4100

Whole Foods Market
7400 E. Hampden
Denver
303 488-2000

Whole Foods Market
9366 S. Colorado Boulevard
Highlands Ranch
303 470-6003

Whole Foods Market
2201 South College Avenue
Ft. Collins
970 267-9200

Nature's Oasis
1123 Camino del Rio
Durango
970 247-1988

Whole Foods Market
444 S. Wadsworth Boulevard
Lakewood
303 935-5000

CONNECTICUT

Willimantic Food Co-Op
91 Valley Street
Willimantic
860 456-3611

Dr. Jacqueline Flynn
Balanced Body Wellness Center
175 Church Street
Naugatuck
203 723-5715

FLORIDA

Vitality Health & Wellness (Pediatric Office)
Drs. Levinson and Berger
410 Meridian Avenue, Suite 101
Miami Beach
305 466-1100

Golden Almond
350 E. Racetrack Road NW
Ft. Walton Beach
850 863-5811

Pat Lindsey, IBCLC
Lactation Services
1851 Old River Trail
Chuluota
1 888 PER BABY (1 888 737-2229)

Nutrition S'Mart
4155 B. Northlake Blvd.
Palm Beach Gardens
561 694-0644

Nutrition World
2568 PGA Blvd
Palm Beach Gardens
561 626-4377

Palm Harbor Natural Foods
30555 US 19 North
Palm Harbor
727 786-1231

Nutrition S'Mart
12594 Pines Blvd
Pembroke Pines
954 437-0035

Diane's Naturalfood Mkt
240 State Road 312
St. Augustine
904 808-9978

Best Beginnings
1415 Timberland Road
Tallahassee
850 668-2119

Wholistic Pediatrics
3341 W. Bears Avenue
Tampa
813 960-3415

Diane's Natural Food Market & Cafe
Euro Village
101 Palm Harbor Pkwy.
Palm Coast
386 597-5244

Diane's New Dawn
110 Anastasia Blvd.
St. Augustine
904 824-1337

Sunshine Pediatrics
210 Lookout Place
Maitland
407 215-0400

Baby Blossoms Boutique
5650 S. Washington Avenue
Titusville
321 567-0567

Dr. Heather Haverfield
Advanced Chiropractic
3126 53rd Avenue E
Bradenton
941 752-3352

Winter Park Chiropractic
606 N. Wymore Avenue
Winter Park
407 622-2251

GEORGIA

Return to Eden
2335 Cheshire Bridge Road
Atlanta
404 320-3336

Brighter Day Natural Foods Mkt
1102 Bull Street
Savannah
912 236-4703

IDAHO

Aspen Chiropractic
164 N. Main
Victor
208 787-1199

ILLINOIS

Larrabee Herbs
7628 West North Avenue
Elmwood Park
708 453-7898

Tannous Chiropractic
121 N. Main Street
Waterloo
618 939-7167

Preferred Chiropractic
Dr. Christopher S. Worth, DC
5007 N. Illinois, Suite 1
Fairview Heights
618 235-4357

INDIANA

Roots, Leaves & Berries
1108 5th Street, Suite C
Bedford
812 275-5253

IOWA

Hy-Vee Pharmacy
823 Second Street
Webster City
515 832-4025

KANSAS

Whole Foods Market
7401 W. 91st Street
Overland Park
913 652-9633

AR-EX Drug Store
801 Broadway
Marysville
1 800-748-7152

Nursing Station
7827 Marty
Overland Park
913 383-3091

LOUISIANA

Village Pharmacy
308 Davenport Avenue
Mer Rouge
318 647-5786

MAINE

The Breastfeeding Ctr. of Maine
131 Spring Street
Portland
207 775-6455

Natural Living Center
209 Longview Drive
Bangor
207 990-2646

MARYLAND

Medical Pharmacy
5530 Wisconsin Avenue
Chevy Chase
301 657-3388

Wegmans
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MICHIGAN

Dr. Reddy
4727 St. Antoine, Suite 202
Detroit
313 745-9098

Dr. Gavini
47601 Grand River, Suite C200
Novi
248 348-4200

Total Health Foods
13645 Northline Road
Southgate
734 246-1208

The Vitamin Company
421 West Main Street
Brighton
810 227-5311

MINNESOTA
Fresh & Natural Foods
1075 W. Highway 96
Shoreview
651 203-3663

Betty Lou's Health Foods, Inc.
2210 Mountain Shadow Drive
Duluth
218 722-1885

Fresh & Natural Foods
8931 Penn Avenue S
Bloomington
952 888-4553

Fresh & Natural Foods
4234 Lancaster Lane
Plymouth
763 559-0754

Bloomington Family Chirporactic
Dr. Cory Emberland
5300 Hyland Greens Drive, #110
Bloomington
952 881-2800

MISSISSIPPI

Vitamins Plus
4600 Hardy Street, Suite 12
Hattiesburg
601 261-3009

NEW JERSEY

Town & Country Pharmacy
60 E Ridgewood Avenue
Ridgewood
201 652-0013

Integral Yoga Foods
21-03 Maple Avenue
Fair Lawn
201 796-7585

Clear Light Natural Foods
306 North Wood Avenue
Linden
908 486-9446

Wegmans
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NEW YORK

Sherry's Gourmet
89 Deer Park Avenue
Babylon
631 661-5552

Park Natural
350 Court Street
Brooklyn
11231
718 802-1652

Food for Thought
154 Seventh Street
Garden City
516 747-5811

Life Science Pharmacy, Inc.
144 Route 17 M
Harriman
845 781-7613

Green Leaf Pharmacy
544 Warburton Avenue
Hastings-on-Hudson
914 478-0004

Eden's Way
37 Broadway
Massapequa
516 798-5670

Third Avenue Pharmacy
552 3rd Ave (Bet 36 & 37)
New York City
212 683-7196

It's Only Natural
4 South Village Ave
Rockville Centre
516 766-4449

Rye Beach Pharmacy
464 Forest Avenue
Rye
914 967-0856

Cottage Pharmacy
8223 Jericho Tpke
Woodbury
516 367-9030

Natur-Tyme
5898 Bridge Street
East Syracuse
315 488-6300

Wegmans
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NORTH CAROLINA

The Apple Crate
5430 Camden Road, Ste. 103
Fayetteville
910 423-8800

Today's Healthcare of Rocky Mount
986 N. Winstead Avenue
Rocky Mount
252 977-0077

The Apple Crate II (Opening 8/15/07)
2711 Raeford Road #110
Fayetteville
910 426-7777

OHIO

Lally HealthSmart Pharmacy
23 Erie Road
Tallmadge
330 633-3239

OREGON

Raindance Health Care
350 LaClair Street
Coos Bay
541 888-9406

PENNSYLVANIA

Echo Hill Country Store
244 Dayville Road
Fleetwood
610 944-7358

New Babi
931 Old Road
Strasburg
717 786-8701

Nature's Pantry
1350 E. College Avenue
State College
814 861-5200

Natural Options
209 S. Broad Street
Grove City
724 458-5522

The Natural Foods Store
131 Hulmeville Avenue
Penndel
215 752-7268

Wegmans
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SOUTH CAROLINA

Island Wellness Shoppe
23 Tidewatch Circle
Lady's Island
843 470-9001

Sammeth Drugs
115 N. Townville Street
Seneca
864 882-3301

TEXAS

Both Worlds Pharmacy
2183 W. Green Oaks Blvd
Arlington
800 248-0352

Flower Mound Herbal Pharmacy
1001 Crosstimbers Rd., Suite 1050
Flower Mound
972 355-4614

Ray's Pharmacy
400 South Main
Mansfield
817 473-1145

Whole Foods Market
9607 Research Boulevard, Suite 300
Austin
Located in the Whole Body Section of the store
512 345-5003

Family Health Market
4971 Preston Road
Frisco
972 668-7088

The Breastfeeding Shoppe, Inc.
2155 FM 1960 Road West
Houston
281 444-5115

Rockwall Chiropractic
1141 A Ridge Road
Rockwall
972 771-9488

UTAH
Taylor Drugs
76 N. 1100 East
American Fork
801 756-4021

Natural Vitality, Inc.
5435 W. 11000 N., # 10
Highland
801 763-9876

Edgemont Pharmacy
3661 N. Canyon Road
Provo
801 226-7994

Kirkpatrick Drugs
270 East SR 73
Saratoga Springs
801 766-4894

VIRGINIA

Pantry Shelf Natural Foods Grocery
811 Sophia Street
Fredericksburg
540 373-2253

Wegmans
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WASHINGTON

Birth & Beyond
2610 E. Madison
Seattle
206 324-4831

WEST VIRGINIA

Follansbee Pharmacy
1415 Main Street
Follansbee
304 527-1004

Tri-State Pharmacy
651 Colliers Way
Weirton
304 723-6331

Hope Medical Center
Dr. Mark Hardway
46 Red Oak Drive
Craigsville
304 742-5737

WISCONSIN

Fresh & Natural
1701 Ward Avenue, Suite 200
Hudson
715 377-9913

Betty Lou's Health Foods, Inc.
2210 Mountain Shadow Drive
Duluth
218 722-1885
NOTE: Serving Superior, Wisconsin area

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to e-mail customer service. You will receive a quick response, usually on the same day, but not longer than 24 hours.

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