Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, absolutely. The amount of alcohol is very small and perfectly safe for infants when used as directed. This alcohol serves two important purposes: extracting essential oils from herbs and acting as a natural preservative to prevent harmful bacteria.

Both are equally safe and effective. Choose original if you prefer the traditional heritage formula, or alcohol-free if you prefer no alcohol content. Many families have used both successfully.

Our original formula contains the same dill oil and ginger tincture combination that Dr. Chase perfected over 165 years ago. It's the exact heritage formula that helped raise generations of Canadian families.

Most parents report seeing relief within 10-20 minutes. The traditional combination of dill oil and ginger tincture has been providing fast, gentle relief for over a century.

Yes, both formulas are equally safe and effective. Some families keep both on hand - original for traditional relief and alcohol-free for personal preference.

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The heritage behind every bottle

Dr. Chase's Original Vision (1856)

When Dr. Alvin Wood Chase first developed this formula, he believed remedies should be "simple, effective, easy and pleasant to take." Our original gripe water maintains this exact philosophy - gentle ingredients that work quickly without harsh chemicals or complicated procedures.

Preserved by Pharmacists, Trusted by Families

For over 60 years, our family of licensed pharmacists has been the guardians of this heritage formula. We've maintained Dr. Chase's original standards while ensuring every bottle meets modern pharmaceutical quality and safety requirements.

Part of Canadian Family Stories

From prairie farmhouses to Maritime fishing villages, from suburban Toronto to northern communities, KOLIK original gripe water has been part of Canadian family stories for generations. We're honoured to continue this tradition of gentle, effective care.

Available wherever Canadian families shop

In-Store

Shoppers Drug Mart
Rexall Pharmacies
Walmart Canada
Independent pharmacies nationwide
Traditional family pharmacies

Online

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Original vs. alcohol-free: choosing what's right for your family

KOLIK Original Gripe Water:
Heritage formula with dill oil and ginger tincture
Traditional preservation with small amount of alcohol
Time-tested ingredients used for generations
Same formula your grandparents trusted
Natural extraction of essential oils

KOLIK Alcohol-Free Gripe Water:
Modern formula with fennel oil
Alcohol-free preservation with Health Canada-approved preservatives
Same gentle effectiveness without alcohol
Modern parenting preference alignment
Equally safe and effective alternative

Both formulas provide excellent relief - the choice depends on your family's preference for traditional or alcohol-free options.

The heritage promise

Every bottle of Kolik original gripe water carries forward Dr. Chase's promise from 1856: gentle enough for your baby's most delicate moments, effective enough to restore peace to your family. This isn't just gripe water - it's 165 years of proven Canadian family care.

Ready to experience the original relief that has comforted generations?