SMART STRAINS for Fussy Babies 8ml

SMART STRAINS for Fussy Babies 8ml is a daily probiotic food supplement specially developed for babies from birth. It contains Bifidobacterium lactis BB-12®, described by current UK retailers as the world’s most published Bifidobacterium strain, together with 10μg vitamin D3 in a simple once-daily drop format. The product is positioned for fussy babies and for support of healthy gut and immune development.

Each daily dose provides 1 billion live bacteria plus 10μg vitamin D3. Retailer descriptions state that the vitamin D3 level aligns with NHS advice for babies and young children, while the BB-12® strain is highlighted in relation to paediatric and World Gastroenterology Organisation guidance.

The drops are designed to be practical for everyday family use. Current listings describe them as flavourless, suitable from birth, and not requiring refrigeration. Retailers also describe the formula as dairy-free, gluten-free, and suitable for vegetarian use.

Key features:

• Daily probiotic drops for fussy babies
• Suitable from birth
• Contains Bifidobacterium lactis BB-12®
• Provides 1 billion live bacteria per daily dose
• With 10μg vitamin D3
• Flavourless and easy to give
• No refrigeration required
• Dairy-free and gluten-free 

For routine use:

• Give 6 drops once daily
• Suitable from birth
• Use daily for at least 21 days
• Can be added to milk, food or given as directed on the pack
• Use only with cool or room-temperature feeds or food, not hot liquids

General advice:

• Use only the recommended daily amount unless advised otherwise by a healthcare professional
• Read the label and packaging before use
• Follow the pack directions carefully for storage and handling after opening

Key active ingredients:

• Bifidobacterium lactis BB-12®
• Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol)

Full ingredients:

High oleic sunflower oil, Bifidobacterium lactis BB-12® (1 billion), Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). This ingredient panel is published on a specialist retailer listing for the exact 8ml product.

Formula notes:

Flavourless. Dairy-free. Gluten-free. Retailer descriptions also indicate the product is vegetarian and free from the major allergens listed in Annex II of the EU food information regulation. 

Do not use this product if your baby is allergic to any of the ingredients. As this is a food supplement for infants, it should be used only as directed on the packaging. If your baby is under medical supervision, premature, unwell, or taking other products or medicines, it is sensible to seek advice from a pharmacist, doctor, health visitor or other healthcare professional before use. This last sentence is cautious OTC-style guidance based on the product’s intended infant use.

Warnings and precautions:

• For oral use only
• Suitable from birth
• Do not exceed the stated daily dose
• Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet where age-appropriate feeding applies
• Keep out of the sight and reach of children
• Follow pack instructions for use and storage after opening