MARINA INFANT MIXTURE
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Q
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uestions
My baby is windy but does not have colic or
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reflux, is the mixture suitable?
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Yes.
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All babies suck some air
when
burp.
the air bubble to rise above the feed before
to relieve wind discomfort and promotes
a burp.
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less than the full 4 ml dose?
No.
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shoulder
support
the
lower
The mixture has been carefully formulated
hand, gently pat your baby's back, or rub
to relieve symptoms and promote growth
your hand in a clockwise motion on your
of the digestive system from birth – it
baby’s back area between the shoulders and
assists
waist.
baby
to
‘grow
out’
of
the
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be
Alternatively, hold your
baby
sitting up
straight, on your thigh facing side ways.
Support the chest and head with one hand,
and use the other hand to pat or rub his
The mixture may be given shortly before
also
given,
as
necessary,
back gently (as above).
It may
eg.
if
a
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Your doctor, pharmacist, and community
trapped air bubble seems to be causing
health professionals can provide information
discomfort outside feeds.
about
We recommend up to eight doses per day
unless your doctor directs more.
How can I give the mixture to my baby?
The mixture should be given directly to
other
safe
and
effective
burping
techniques.
4. How many times a day can I use the mixture?
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you
back/bottom with one hand. With the other
feeds or during a break in feeds.
5.
as
may not relieve your baby’s symptoms.
When can I give the mixture to my baby?
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Sit upright and hold your baby against your
chest. Your baby's chin should rest on your
the dose.
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Gentle burping techniques will help
How can I help my baby to burp after feeding?
Using less than the full 4 ml dose
condition without the need to increase
3.
feed and force some milk to come up with a
The mixture is all natural and is suitable
My baby is very young, should I give him/her
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An air bubble may be trapped under the
feeding, which creates an air bubble/wind.
burping.
2.
My baby sometimes vomits with a burp?
10. When I bought the mixture it had “sediment” on
the bottom, is this OK?
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Yes.
Some active ingredients are heavy and
rest on the bottom when not in use.
The
bottle must be shaken well before using, to
MARINA INFANT MIXTURE
6.
the baby using a syringe, teaspoon, or
ensure all the active ingredients are well
other medicine dropper.
mixed to create a milky colour.
Can I just add the mixture to the baby’s
bottle?
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7.
No.
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Do not add, mix or dilute the
No.
The
contain
this will reduce its efficacy.
chemicals.
Yes.
The mixture does not replace the
need to burp your baby.
But it will
relieve discomfort and promote burping.
mixture
is
formulated
natural and safe products.
mixture with water or in the bottle –
Do I need to burp my baby after feeds?
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11. Does the mixture contain aluminum or alcohol?
aluminum,
using
It does not
alcohol
or
harsh
12. Where can I get the mixture?
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The mixture may be ordered and stocked by
your
pharmacy,
retailers.
health
store
and
good
Contact us if you have trouble
with supply.