Aptamil® Reflux & Regurgitation And Colic & Constipation Formulas

Reflux, regurgitation, colic and constipation are all examples of some common baby feeding challenges. If your baby struggles to manage the symptoms, you may have been advised by your healthcare professional to try alternative specialist formula milks to help in the dietary management of these conditions.

That’s why we’ve created Our range of specialist formula milks which are nutritionally complete, suitable as a sole source of nutrition from birth to 6 months and as part of your baby's weaning diet from 6 months to 1 year.

  • Aptamil Anti-Reflux Formula. Designed for the dietary management of frequent reflux and regurgitation. 
  • Aptamil Comfort Formula. Designed for the dietary management of colic and constipation. 
Aptmail Comfort and Aptamil Anti-Reflux packages

Aptamil Anti-Reflux Formula and Comfort Formula are for specialised medical purposes. They should only be used under medical supervision as advised by your healthcare professional, and after all feeding options, including breastfeeding, have been considered. 

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Comfort and anti-reflux milk: your questions answered

Got questions about our range of anti-reflux and comfort formula milks? We’re here to help.  

How does anti-reflux formula help with baby reflux?

Aptamil Anti-reflux formula milk is made with carob bean gum which thickens the formula in order to help your baby’s feed stay down. 

Aptamil Anti-Reflux should only be used under medical supervision. If you feel your little is suffering from frequent reflux and regurgitations, always speak to your healthcare professional

How long should my baby stay on anti-reflux formula milk? 

Aptamil Anti-Reflux Formula is suitable from birth to 1 year, and should only be used under medical supervision. If you think your baby is ready to move on, always speak to your healthcare professional for advice about the best option for your baby. 

How do I know if my baby needs comfort milk?  

Our comfort milk is specially designed for the dietary management of colic and constipation. If you think that your baby is struggling with either, always seek advice from your healthcare professional before changing their formula milk to make sure that it’s appropriate for them.

Important notice: Aptamil Anti-Reflux should only be used under medical supervision. If you feel your little is suffering from frequent reflux and regurgitations, always speak to your healthcare professional.

  1. NHS. Colic [online 2022]. Available at https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/colic/. [Accessed April 2025] 
  2. NHS Start for Life. Constipation and bottle feeding [online]. Available at https://www.nhs.uk/start-for-life/baby/feeding-your-baby/bottle-feeding/bottle-feeding-challenges/constipation-and-bottle-feeding/#symptoms-of-constipation. [Accessed April 2025]

Last reviewed: November 2025
Reviewed by Nutricia’s Medical and Scientific Affairs Team

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Important notice

Breastfeeding is best. Aptamil Anti-Reflux and Aptamil Comfort are Foods for Special Medical Purposes and should only be used under medical supervision, after full consideration of the feeding options available including breastfeeding. Aptamil Anti-Reflux is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for the dietary management of frequent reflux and regurgitation. It should only be used under medical supervision, after full consideration of the feeding options available including breastfeeding. Suitable for use as the sole source of nutrition for infants from birth and as part of a balanced diet from 6-12 months. This product should not be used in combination with antacids or other thickeners and is not suitable for premature infants. Aptamil Comfort is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for the dietary management of colic & constipation. It should only be used under medical supervision, after full consideration of the feeding options available including breastfeeding. Suitable for use as the sole source of nutrition for infants from birth and as part of a balanced diet from 6-12 months. Refer to label for details.

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