Tibb Bonnycare Colic & Anti-Spasm Syrup 100ml

The Tibb Bonnycare Colic & Anti-Spasm Syrup is an alcohol-free herbal digestive tonic based on Unani-Tibb principles, presented in a 100 ml bottle. It is formulated to help manage common gastrointestinal discomforts in infants and children, including colic, trapped wind, stomach cramps, indigestion, constipation and poor appetite.

If you're looking for a gripe-style herbal syrup and want to avoid alcohol-based formulations, this is one to weigh up alongside other colic and wind remedies. The dose can be given directly or diluted in a little water or milk if your little one prefers it that way. It's worth knowing upfront that this is an unregistered complementary medicine (more on that below), so it works best as part of a considered conversation with your pharmacist or doctor rather than a first-and-only step.

What it's formulated to help with

Colic describes repeated, unexplained crying in an otherwise well baby, and the causes of digestive fussiness in infants can be varied. This syrup is a herbal tonic aimed at everyday tummy discomfort rather than a cure, and the manufacturer keeps its claims measured:

Benefits (as described by the manufacturer):

✔ May help relieve colic and stomach cramps
✔ May help reduce trapped wind and flatulence
✔ May support digestion
✔ May help with constipation
✔ May support appetite

How to use

Shake the bottle well before use. The dose may be given as is or diluted in water or milk if preferred. The manufacturer's age-specific directions are:

Do not exceed the recommended dose. Because this is an unregistered herbal medicine intended for infants and children, please confirm the correct age-specific dose on the current package insert, or with a doctor or pharmacist, before use.

Storage

Store at or below 25°C, protect from light and moisture, and keep the bottle tightly closed. Do not use after the expiry date, and do not use if the seal is broken. Keep out of reach of children.

Disclaimer

This is an unregistered complementary medicine. It has not been evaluated by SAHPRA for its quality, safety or intended use, and it is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

The syrup contains sucrose — worth considering if your child has diabetes, a sugar intolerance, dental concerns or a medically prescribed diet. It also contains Glycyrrhiza glabra (liquorice), which may interact with certain medicines or affect blood pressure and electrolyte balance when used in significant amounts.

Speak to a healthcare professional before use if the child is younger than 6 months, was born prematurely, has a chronic medical condition, has liver or kidney disease, is taking other medicines, or has known allergies to herbs, preservatives or any ingredient. Newborns and young infants should not receive the product without professional guidance. Stop use and seek advice if an allergic reaction, worsening symptoms or unusual drowsiness occurs.

Please don't use this product to delay a medical assessment. Seek prompt medical care if a baby or child has persistent or severe crying, green vomit, repeated vomiting, blood in the stool, a swollen or hard abdomen, fever, poor feeding, fewer wet nappies, marked sleepiness, difficulty breathing, poor weight gain, persistent diarrhoea or signs of dehydration.