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Similac High Energy Baby Formula (200ml)
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Similac is a high energy infant formula by Abbott Nutrition for infants under the age of 18 months. Similac 200ml can be used as a sole source of nutrition for young infants as it is a balanced nutritional drink which also provides 200 kcal of energy. Similac should not be used in infants or young children who exceed 8kg of body weight.
Similac High Energy is a high energy infant formula specifically designed to promote the growth and development of babies with, or at risk of, faltering growth (failure to thrive), as it offers:
A concentrated source of energy and nutrients designed for catch-up growth
Protein levels in line with the World Health Organisation (WHO) recommendations for catch up growth
The highest levels of long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LCPs)
Galacto-oligosaccharides (prebiotics)
The highest levels of nucleotides
Similac Key Features
Complete and balanced nutrition
Provides a concentrated source of energy and nutrients designed for catch up growth
Protein level in line with the World Health Organisation (WHO) recommendations for catch up growth
Unique palm olein oil free fat blend to support calcium absorption and bone mineralisation for catch up growth
Enriched with long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LCP) to support brain and visual development
Contains a patented blend of nucleotides to promote a strong immune system
Contains prebiotics (galactooligosaccharides) to naturally support the developing immune system
Suitable as a sole source of nutrition for oral or tube feeding in infants up to 8kg in weight or 18 months of age.
Similac Indication
Similac High Energy is a Food for Special Medical Purposes and should be used under medical supervision. It is available on prescription for babies with, or at risk of, faltering growth, which can result from an inadequate energy intake, or an inability to meet increased nutritional needs. It can also be useful for babies who are fluid restricted.
Similac High Energy is suitable for use as a sole source of nutrition for oral or tube feeding in infants up to 8kg in weight (or 18 months of age). For older infants, it can be fed from a cup or mixed with cereal and other solid foods.
If you think that your baby may benefit from a high energy infant formula, or for any other matters relating to feeding your baby, we would recommend that you seek advice from your healthcare professional e.g. GP, dietitian or health visitor.
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Packaging
Available in:
- 200ml reclosable plastic bottle
- 120ml ready-to-feed glass bottle
Similac High Energy is available in a 200ml reclosable plastic bottle and a 120ml glass bottle, which are suitable for oral and/or tube feeding:
- Bottle necks fit standard teats for easy bottle feeding (always sterilise teat unit, or use an unopened single use teat), or product can be decanted into a sterilised feeding bottle.
- Bottles attach directly onto Abbott Nutrition giving sets, or can be decnated into a tube feeding container for babies who require feeding via a tube.
- Can also be decanted into a cup for oral feeding, or added to cereal and other solid foods to support weaning.
Preparation Guide
Thoroughly wash your hands and clean the surface you are going to use
Sterilise all utensils to be used in preparing the feed according to manufacturer’s instructions or boil for 10 minutes.
Always sterilise teat unit, or use an unopened, single use teat. These attach directly to the 120ml and 200ml bottle necks.
Shake well and check best before date before use. A “click” should be noted when opening the 120ml glass bottle.
If appropriate, pour the correct amount of Similac High Energy into the sterilised bottle, feeding cup or tube feed container. The 120ml and 200ml bottles will attach directly to all Abbott Nutrition giving sets, if required for tube feeding.
Give at room temperature or warm by placing bottle in warm water, then checking temperature of feed.
Do not heat in a microwave oven.
Throw away unfinished feeds within 2 hours.
Any unused formula must be covered, refrigerated immediately, and used within 24 hours.
Contraindications
- Not suitable for infants or young children with galactosaemia
- Not for parenteral (intravenous) use
FAQs:@@:
Does Similac contain cow’s milk protein?
Similac High Energy does contain cow’s milk protein and therefore is unsuitable for infants who have an allergy to cow’s milk protein.
Does Similac infant formula contain wheat, gluten, nuts, egg or fish?
Similac infant formula does not contain any of these ingredients.
Does Similac contain soy?
Similac does contain soy and therefore is unsuitable for infants who have a soy allergy.
I don’t have a medical prescription, where can I buy Similac High Energy?
Similac is available from NutriDrinks.co.uk without a prescription. However, it is recommended that you seek medical advice from your healthcare professional before purchasing Similac. Similac is available on prescription for infants up to 8kg in weight.
Similac should only be purchased if advised to by your healthcare professional.
What is Similac for?
Similac is a high energy infant formula for young children from birth to 8kg in body weight. Similac has been specially formulated for infant’s who are primarily at risk from faltering growth , have increased energy requirements and or require a fluid restriction.
How is Similac different from other infant formulas?
Typical infant formulas contain similar ingredients as Similac, though the Similac formula is of a higher concentration, providing more energy, protein and micronutrients. For example, Similac provides 1.0kcal/ml compared to 0.68kcal/ml which can be found in standard infant formulas. Due to this high concentration, Similac is highly recommended to meet the need of babies who suffer from faltering growth.
Is Similac Halal/Kosher approved?
Similac has been approved Halal and Kosher in America.
Does Similac High Energy contain lactose?
Similac, like all other UK infant formulations does contain lactose as this is a source of carbohydrates. For this reason, Similac is not suitable for children who suffer from lactose intolerance and or galactosaemia.
Is Similac suitable for Vegetarians?
Similac is a vegetarian product though not strictly vegan. Similac contains vitamin D which is sourced from oil’s on sheep’s wool and some strict vegetarians may consider this is be meat.
What is faltering growth in infants?
Faltering growth is a term associated to children of all ages who do not achieve their expected growth potential. The most common reason why young children suffer from faltering growth is due to having inadequate energy levels usually due to restricted calorie intake. A diet which is restricted in the intake of food and drink is likely to restrict calorie intake and contribute towards faltering growth.
Similac High Energy is suitable from children who find it difficult to intake the necessary food and drink to achieve optimum growth and development.
Does Similac contain nucleotides and if so, what are they?
Similac does contain a spectrum of nucleotides, amounting to 7.0mg per serving. Nucleotides are necessary for the proper structure and function of cells of rapidly growing tissues in the body, and are important for growth and development.
Similac High Energy
Similac High Energy is high energy infant formula specifically designed to promote growth and development of infants and young children up to 18 months (or 8kg) who have, or are at risk of developing, faltering growth.
Similac High Energy is “free from” most common allergens such as gluten, wheat,
nuts, egg, and fish. However, Similac High Energy is not suitable for infants who
have cow’s milk allergy or lactose intolerance.
Similac High Energy is a 1.0kcal/ml, nutritionally complete, high energy, ready-to-use infant formula for special medical purposes for infants from birth to 8kg with, or at risk of, faltering growth. It is particularly suitable for infants who may have increased energy requirements or are fluid restricted.
Similac High Energy is available in 60ml and 200ml bottles, which attach directly to Abbott Nutrition giving sets.
Similac High Energy is high energy infant formula specifically designed to promote growth and development of infants and young children up to 18 months (or 8kg) who have, or are at risk of developing, faltering growth.
- Complete and balanced nutrition.
- Provides a concentrated source of energy and nutrients designed for catch up growth.
- Protein level in line with the World Health Organisation (WHO) recommendations for catch up growth.
- Unique palm olein oil free fat blend to support calcium absorption and bone mineralisation for catch up growth.
- Enriched with long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LCP) to support brain and visual development.
- Contains a patented blend of nucleotides to promote a strong immune system.
- Contains prebiotics (galactooligosaccharides) to naturally support the developing immune system.
- Suitable as a sole source of nutrition for oral or tube feeding in infants up to 8kg in weight or 18 months of age.
- Not suitable for infants or young children with galactosaemia.
- Not for parenteral (intravenous) use.
- Remember to always consult your doctor, dietitian or healthcare professional before using Similac High Energy.
Similac High Energy differ from standard infant formulas as Similac High Energy is more concentrated in energy, protein and micronutrients than standard infant formulas, providing 1.0kcal/ml as opposed to approximately 0.68kcal/ml. This means that Similac High Energy can help meet the needs of babies with, or at risk of, faltering growth, which may result from:
- inadequate energy intake
- increased nutritional needs
- fluid restrictions
Similac High Energy is “free from” most common allergens such as gluten, wheat,
nuts, egg, and fish. However, Similac High Energy is not suitable for infants who
have cow’s milk allergy or lactose intolerance.
Manufacturer Name : Abbott Nutrition
Manufacturer Address : Abbott House, Vanwall Business Park, Vanwall Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 4XE
Manufacturer Email : [email protected]
Manufacturer Phone Number : 01628 774620