How long does Colief take to start working?

The exact answer to how long Colief takes to start working is approximately 30 minutes from the time it is added to your baby's formula. This waiting period allows the drops to effectively break down lactose before feeding.

Understanding Colief's Action Time

Colief Infant Drops contain lactase enzyme, which is designed to help digest the lactose in your baby's milk. For the enzyme to effectively break down the lactose, it requires a specific activation time within the formula. This crucial period ensures that when your baby consumes the milk, a significant amount of lactose has already been converted into simpler sugars, making it easier to digest. Therefore, you should wait about 30 minutes after adding Colief drops to your baby's warm formula before feeding.

How to Prepare Formula with Colief Infant Drops for Optimal Results

To ensure Colief works as intended and provides the maximum benefit for your baby, follow these preparation steps carefully:

• Prepare Formula: Begin by preparing your baby's formula exactly as directed by the manufacturer's instructions.
• Check Temperature: It's essential that the prepared formula is warm, but not hot. High temperatures can damage the delicate enzymes in Colief, rendering them ineffective.
• Add Drops: Add 4 drops of Colief Infant Drops directly into the prepared, warm formula.
• Wait for Activation: This is a critical step. Wait for approximately 30 minutes before giving the bottle to your baby. This allows the lactase enzyme sufficient time to act on the lactose in the milk.
• Shake Occasionally: During the 30-minute waiting period, gently shake the bottle occasionally. This helps ensure the enzyme is evenly distributed throughout the formula and can effectively break down all the lactose.
• Feed Your Baby: After the 30-minute waiting period, the formula is ready for your baby to consume, with its lactose content significantly reduced.

Why the 30-Minute Wait Is Important

The 30-minute waiting period is vital because it allows the lactase enzyme in Colief to pre-digest the lactose in the formula before your baby drinks it. For infants experiencing temporary lactose intolerance, which can contribute to colic-like symptoms, this pre-digestion can significantly reduce digestive discomfort such as gas, bloating, and fussiness. By breaking down the complex lactose sugar into simpler, more easily absorbable sugars before consumption, Colief aids your baby's immature digestive system, potentially alleviating symptoms associated with undigested lactose.