What is Woodward’s Gripe Water?
Woodward’s Gripe Water is an oral liquid used to help relieve distress associated with wind and mild digestive discomfort in babies. It contains dill seed oil, which helps with trapped wind, and sodium bicarbonate, which helps neutralise stomach acid.
Who is Woodward’s Gripe Water suitable for?
Woodward’s Gripe Water is suitable for babies from 1 month to 12 months.
Use exactly as directed on the packaging or by your pharmacist.
Typical dose
Babies aged 1 to 6 months
- Give 5ml during or after feeds
- Up to 6 doses in 24 hours
Babies aged 6 to 12 months
- Give 10 ml during or after feeds
- Up to 6 doses in 24 hours
Give the dose slowly into the side of the mouth. Keep your baby upright during and after giving the dose.
If symptoms do not improve, seek advice from a GP or health visitor.
How to store Woodward’s Gripe Water
- Store below 25°C
- Keep the bottle tightly closed
- Keep out of sight and reach of children
- Use within 14 days of opening
- Do not use after the expiry date
Side effects are uncommon, but allergic reactions can occur. Stop using and seek urgent medical advice if your baby develops a rash, swelling, or breathing difficulty.
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Our Clinical Authors
Written by
Omar El-Gohary
CEO & Superintendent Pharmacist | GPhC Registration: 2059792
Medically reviewed by
Jabbar Ali
MPharm Clinical Lead | GPhC Registration: 2205490
This page has been written by a registered UK pharmacist and reviewed by our clinical team to ensure it is accurate, clear and reflects current clinical guidance.
Last medically reviewed: 20 August 2026
Last updated: 21 August 2026