Description
Rhuger Mixture – Infant Reflux & Colic Support
Rhuger Mixture is a gentle, natural formulation traditionally used to support babies experiencing feeding-related discomfort such as reflux, colic, wind, and digestive unsettledness. Developed by an experienced pharmacist, this product has been used for many years to help parents manage common tummy issues in young infants.
Rhuger Mixture works at the surface of the stomach and gut to help ease digestive discomfort and support the normal movement of contents through the digestive tract. It may also be helpful during periods of constipation, particularly during feeding changes or weaning.
How Rhuger Mixture works
Rhuger Mixture supports digestion through a combined action that may help to:
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Relax smooth muscle in the digestive tract
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Release trapped wind
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Support stomach emptying
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Assist movement through the gut
As a baby grows, the surface area of the stomach and intestines increases, which can contribute to trapped air and feeding discomfort. Dosage may need adjustment as babies develop.
Active Ingredients
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Rhubarb liquid extract
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Ginger liquid extract
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Magnesium carbonate powder
Directions for Use
Rhuger Mixture is best given before feeds in small, frequent doses.
For best results, the dose may be gently warmed to body temperature before administration. This can be done by warming a spoon with hot water or mixing with a small amount of expressed breast milk. Rhuger may be given directly using a syringe or dropper, added to formula, or given during feeds.
Give Rhuger separately from products such as Gaviscon, feed thickeners, omeprazole (Losec), or ranitidine.
Suggested dosing:
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Newborns (from 2 weeks): 0.5 ml up to 6 times daily
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Babies 6–12 weeks: 1 ml up to 6 times daily
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Infants 3 months and over: 2 ml up to 6 times daily
Maintain the chosen dose for at least two weeks before considering any increase. Do not reduce the dose unless advised by a healthcare professional.
Rhuger may also be useful in older infants during the introduction of solids or at weaning, particularly if constipation occurs.
Duration of Use
Improvement may take several days. Signs such as easier winding, reduced tummy tightness, less back arching, and decreased leg drawing may indicate progress.
In infants from two weeks of age, a maintenance dose of 1 ml up to six times daily may be continued for as long as needed, depending on feeding patterns and growth.
Important Information
Always read the label and use only as directed.
Keep out of reach of children.
If symptoms persist, worsen, or you have concerns about your baby’s feeding or growth, consult a healthcare professional.
Nutritional supplements are intended to support dietary intake and should not replace appropriate feeding or medical care.