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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.
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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
    • Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) (g)0.0070
    • Arachidonic acid (ARA) (g)0.0130
  • 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
INGREDIENTS

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

  • How to prepare baby formula?

    Refer to 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: Never use a microwave oven to warm formula; serious burns can result. Test temperature before feeding to avoid scalding the baby’s mouth.


    Preparation instructions for powder baby formula – Must add water


    Powder infant formulas are not sterile and should not be fed to premature babies or babies who might have immune system problems unless directed by your health care professional.

    ADD WATER

    1. Place washed bottles, nipples, rings, caps, and all preparation equipment in boiling water and keep at a rolling boil for 2 minutes. In another pot, boil water at a rolling boil for 2 minutes. Cool to room temperature prior to mixing.
    2. Pour desired amount of boiled, cooled water into bottle.
    3. Using enclosed scoop, add 1 unpacked level scoop of powder to each 60 mL of water. Return dry scoop to container.
    4. Cap bottle; shake well; attach nipple.

    Storage: Once mixed, refrigerate bottles immediately; use within 24 hours. Once feeding begins, use within 1 hour or discard.


    Preparation instructions for concentrated liquid formula – Must add water


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

    1. Place washed bottles, nipples, rings, caps, and all preparation equipment in boiling water and keep at a rolling boil for 2 minutes. In another pot, boil water at a rolling boil for 2 minutes. Cool to room temperature prior to mixing.
    2. Clean top of can. Shake well before opening. Pour equal amounts of concentrated liquid formula and boiled, cooled water into bottle. (See mixing guide on label.)
    3. Cap bottle; shake well; attach nipple.

    Storage: Cover prepared bottles and opened cans and refrigerate immediately; use within 48 hours. Once feeding begins, use within 1 hour or discard.


    Preparation instructions for ready-to-use formula - Do not add water


    59-mL plastic bottles:

    1. Place washed nipple, ring, and cap in boiling water and keep at a rolling boil for 2 minutes.
    2. SHAKE BOTTLE WELL before opening and twist-off cap.
    3. Attach nipple.

    Cans:

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

    Storage: Cover prepared bottles and opened cans and refrigerate immediately; use within 48 hours. Once feeding begins, use within 1 hour or discard.