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My baby is unable to sleep due to colic pain. Please help.

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Hi doctor,

My daughter is 26 days old and suffering from colic pain. She is unable to sleep properly due to this and she will wake up in between sleep and struggle a lot to release gas. She used to sleep peacefully for 5 to 6 hours at a stretch, but now could not sleep even for 1 hour properly. Our pediatrician advised to give Colpep 8 drops day and night, but we did not see any difference in one week. So, he said to give Neopeptine 8 drops day and night 10 minutes after giving Colpep. We are giving this for the 2 days. Still baby is suffering and I am very worried due to this. How long it will take for this to cure? Is it correct to give Colpep and Neopeptine together as both look similar? Also, our pediatrician told to give Neopeptine and Colpep after feeding the baby wherein on Colpep bottle it has written to give 15 minutes before feeding. I am very confused with this. We are also burping our baby after every breastfeed. Please advise if we are giving correct medicine. Also, should I give Colpep before or after a feed? Our pediatrician suggested to give Zincovit drops to baby, which contains vitamin D3. But, we have a separate Vitamin D3 drops. Should we give both or Zincovit is sufficient? Please help and advice to reduce the colic pain and gas trouble. My baby is suffering a lot and I am not able to see her suffering like this. Also, her motion comes in small quantities every time and she releases gas. Is this normal?

Answered by Dr. Mohammad Aamir

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Dr. Mohammad Aamir is a caring and dedicated Pediatric Specialist committed to safeguarding the health and well-being of children from infancy through adolescence. He focuses on preventive care, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment, while creating a safe, supportive, and comforting environment for young patients. With a compassionate approach, he works closely with families to address concerns, encourage healthy growth, and promote optimal physical, emotional, and developmental milestones at every stage of childhood.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com. Understanding a baby's sleeping pattern can be quite challenging, as it tends to change rapidly. There are various reasons why babies may have trouble sleeping at night, such as experiencing Colic pain, which can lead to shorter sleep stretches of one or two hours.

To alleviate colic pain, you can consider giving your baby either Neopeptine or Colpep (Simethicone), but it's important not to administer both medications simultaneously. Additionally, providing only one vitamin D3 drop is sufficient for your baby's needs.

When choosing to use Colpep, it's best to give it to your baby before feeding. Moreover, it's essential to create a suitable sleeping environment for your little one. Avoid watching television at night when trying to put your baby sleep, and ensure that the room is dark and free from any potential disturbances.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At November 8, 2016
Reviewed At January 18, 2024

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Mohammad Aamir is a caring and dedicated Pediatric Specialist committed to safeguarding the health and well-being of children from infancy through adolescence. He focuses on preventive care, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment, while creating a safe, supportive, and comforting environment for young patients. With a compassionate approach, he works closely with families to address concerns, encourage healthy growth, and promote optimal physical, emotional, and developmental milestones at every stage of childhood.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Colic can be distressing for both babies and parents. This section helps you understand what colic is, common treatments, and how to support your baby.

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Always consult a doctor before taking medication; self-medication carries serious health risks. Take exact prescribed doses, and never start, change, or stop treatment without medical supervision.

Education:

MD

Professional Bio:

Dr. Mohammad Aamir is a caring and dedicated Pediatric Specialist committed to safeguarding the health and well-being of children from infancy through adolescence. He focuses on preventive care, accurate diagnosis, and effective treatment, while creating a safe, supportive, and comforting environment for young patients. With a compassionate approach, he works closely with families to address concerns, encourage healthy growth, and promote optimal physical, emotional, and developmental milestones at every stage of childhood.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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