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Gripe water
Gripe water is a traditional over-the-counter herbal supplement used to relieve infant colic, gas, and digestive discomfort. Its composition has changed significantly over time. Original/Historical Composition The original Woodward’s Gripe Water, invented in 1851 by English pharmacist William Woodward, contained: 3.6% alcohol (for sedative effects) Dill oil (or dill seed oil, for carminative properties to […]
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