A colicky baby is no fun at all. The long periods of hard crying for hours on end are troubling on many different levels.

Many parents become so concerned about the constant crying that many often go to the emergency room scared that the baby will become ill.

Attending to a baby with colic can be difficult, but being very selective about the type of formula that is given to a baby can alleviate colic greatly.

Managing the type of colic that is given to a baby is very important. One way to do this is to reconsider the type of formula that an infant is drinking. Digestive troubles are one of the main causes of colic.

If a baby is not able to properly digest formula or is having an allergic reaction to the formula the only way he/she can show discomfort is to cry. Thus, it is very important for a parent to notice what makes the colic symptoms worse in order to effectively treat it.

Because digestive problems are considered to be one of the main reasons babies develop colic, there are parents that will purchase hypoallergenic formula for colic. This type of formula is different from traditional formulas in composition.

The hypoallergenic formulas are made for baby's that have cow's milk allergies. Eliminating the ingredients that cause the allergic reactions can help to stop and prevent colic.

One of the most prescribed hypoallergenic formulas is Enfamil's Nutramigen. This particular brand of hypoallergenic formula is proven to manage colic within a period of 48 hours.

This is because this formula does not contain cow's milk proteins which can be very difficult for a baby's digestive system to absorb. This hypoallergenic formula for colic is highly recommended for a parent that is looking for a way to effectively treat colic.

Colic is said to be caused by swallowed air and poor digestion. Colic symptoms are often worse for babies that are born early as their digestive systems may not be fully developed to handle formula feeding.

Babies that have sensitive digestive systems can be treated with different varieties of hypoallergenic formulas from the traditional hydrolyzed protein varieties to the amino acid formulas that are often prescribed by doctors for extreme allergies.

Nearly all of the hypoallergenic formula for colic is composed of other ingredients that are also very beneficial for a baby. Many of these formulas are nutritionally balanced meaning that the formula adequately provides all the nutrients that a baby needs.

Also, the most popular brands eliminate the lactose and sucrose in order to ensure that there are no additives which could cause possible digestion problems.

The hypoallergenic formulas are more expensive than the traditional cow's milk the soy milk varieties.

Parents that are committed to purchasing this type of formula should consult with their pediatrician to see if it is possible to obtain the formula via insurance. There are parents that are able to purchase the hypoallergenic formula for far less because their pediatrician believes that the formula is a medical necessity for the baby.