Similac® Alimentum®

Similac^® Alimentum^®

Hypoallergenic Formula

If your baby is allergic to cow’s milk protein, has colic symptoms due to protein sensitivity, or has severe food allergies, you can trust Similac^® . Similac^® Alimentum^® is easy-to-digest^† and is the #1 hypoallergenic^‡ baby formula recommended by doctors.

Similac^® Alimentum^® contains DHA*, an Omega-3 fat, to support the normal physical development of the brain and eyes. It is also made with milk from cows not treated with artificial growth hormones.

Similac^® Alimentum is available in ready-to-feed and powder formats.

†Similar to other infant formulas.
‡Hypoallergenic does not mean non-allergenic.>
*Powder format only.

PRODUCT FORMATS AVAILABLE

4 x 237 mL, ready to use

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Features of Similac^® products

Refer to label for most accurate information. Nutritional composition and ingredients may vary slightly between formats.

POWDER - Per 100 mL at standard dilution

Energy(Cal) 67.6

Protein (g) 1.86

Fat (g) 3.80

Linoleic Acid (g) 0.540

Linolenic Acid (g) 0.0580

Arachidonic Acid (ARA) (g) 0.0130

Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) (g)0.0070

Carbohydrate (g)6.80

Total dietary fibre (g) -

Galactooligosaccharides (GOS) (g) -

Refer to label for most accurate information. Nutritional composition and ingredients may vary slightly between formats.

(per 100 mL standard dilution)

Vitamin A (IU)203

Vitamin D3 (IU)41

Vitamin E (IU)2

Vitamin K₁ (mg)0.0068

Vitamin C (mg)8.5

Thiamine (mg)0.051

Riboflavin (mg)0.068

Niacin (mg)0.71

Pantothenic acid (mg)0.51

Vitamin B₆ (mg)0.041

Folic acid (mg)0.01

Vitamin B₁₂ (mg)0.00024

Biotin (mg)0.003

Choline (mg)10.1

Inositol (mg)4.1

Calcium (mg)71

Phosphorus (mg)51

Magnesium (mg)5.1

Sodium (mg)30

Potassium (mg)80

Chloride (mg)54

Iron (mg)1.22

Zinc (mg)0.51

Copper (mg)0.051

Manganese (mg)0.00473

Iodine (mg)0.01

Selenium (mg)0.0014

Ash (g)0.48

Carnitine (mg)1.35

Taurine (mg)3.92

Tryptophan (mg)22

Cystine (mg)26

Tyrosine (mg)41

Corn maltodextrin, casein hydrolysate (derived from milk), high oleic safflower oil, medium chain triglycerides (modified coconut and/or palm kernel oils), sucrose, soy oil, modified corn starch, calcium citrate, calcium phosphate, potassium citrate, xanthan gum, potassium phosphate, M. alpina oil*, L-tyrosine, magnesium chloride, L-cystine hydrochloride, sodium chloride, ascorbic acid, C. cohnii oil**, L-tryptophan, choline chloride, ferrous sulphate, potassium chloride, taurine, m-inositol, dl-α-tocopheryl acetate, ascorbyl palmitate, zinc sulphate, L-carnitine, mixed tocopherols, niacinamide, calcium pantothenate, cupric sulphate, vitamin A palmitate, riboflavin, thiamine chloride hydrochloride, pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, potassium iodide, phylloquinone, biotin, sodium selenite, vitamin D₃, cyanocobalamin.

May contain: potassium hydroxide, citric acid, manganese sulphate.

* Source of arachidonic acid (ARA).
** Source of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA).

Refer to label for most accurate information. Nutritional composition and ingredients may vary slightly between formats.

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Refer to the product label for complete preparation instructions.

Your baby’s health depends on carefully following these directions. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water. Proper hygiene, preparation, mixing and storage are important when using infant formula. Use as directed by your health care professional.

WARNING: Powdered infant formulas are not sterile and should not be fed to preterm, low birth-weight or immunocompromised infants unless directed and supervised by a health care professional. Never use a microwave oven to warm formula; serious burns can result. Test temperature before feeding to avoid scalding the baby’s mouth.

Directions for preparation and use of powder baby formula – Must add water

Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water.
Sterilize equipment:
• Place washed bottles, nipples, rings, caps, and all preparation equipment in boiling water and keep at a rolling boil for 2 minutes.
Sterilize water:
• In another pot, boil water at a rolling boil for 2 minutes. Cool to room temperature.
Prepare formula using enclosed scoop – See MIXING GUIDE on label. Return dry scoop to container.
Cap bottle; shake well; attach nipple. Once feeding begins, use within 1 hour or discard.

Storage: Once mixed, refrigerate bottles immediately; use within 24 hours. Store powder formula container under normal room temperature conditions. Once opened, use contents within 1 month. Do not reuse container.

Directions for preparation and use of concentrated liquid formula – Must add water

Must add equal amounts of water (boiled and cooled to room temperature) and concentrated liquid formula.

Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water.
Sterilize equipment:
• Place washed bottles, nipples, rings, caps and all preparation equipment in boiling water and keep at a rolling boil for 2 minutes.
Sterilize water for formula:
• In another pot, bring water to a rolling boil for 2 minutes. Cool to room temperature.
Prepare formula – Must add water
• Clean top of can. Shake well before opening.
• Pour equal amounts of concentrated liquid formula and cooled sterilized water into bottle – See MIXING GUIDE on label.
Cap bottle; shake well; attach nipple. Once feeding begins, use within 1 hour or discard.

Storage: Cover prepared bottles and opened cans and refrigerate immediately; use within 48 hours. Store unopened cans under normal room temperature conditions. Avoid extreme temperatures.

Directions for preparation and use of ready-to-use formula - Do not add water

59-mL plastic bottles:

Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water.
Place washed nipple, ring and cap in boiling water and keep at a rolling boil for 2 minutes.
SHAKE BOTTLE WELL before opening and twist-off cap.
Attach nipple. Once feeding begins, use within 1 hour or discard.

235-mL plastic bottles:

Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water.
Sterilize equipment: Place washed cups or bottles (if needed), nipples, rings, caps and all preparation equipment in boiling water and keep at a rolling boil for 2 minutes.
Shake bottle well; twist off cap.
If using the Similac^® bottle: Attach nipple. If using a different feeding container: Pour formula into cups or bottles. If there is formula remaining in the Similac^® bottle, recap, refrigerate and use within 48 hours.
Once feeding begins, use within 1 hour or discard.

Cans:

Place washed bottles, nipples, rings, caps, and all preparation equipment in boiling water and keep at a rolling boil for 2 minutes.
Clean top of can. Shake well before opening. Pour formula into bottle; attach nipple.

Storage: Cover prepared bottles/cups and opened bottles/cans and refrigerate immediately; use within 48 hours. Store unopened bottles/cans under normal room temperature conditions. Avoid extreme temperatures. Do not reuse the Similac^® bottle.