Alimentum by Similac, is the first and only extensively hydrolysed (EH) infant Food for Special Medical Purposes (iFSMP) in the UK containing synthesised 2’-FL*1. Alimentum has been specially formulated for the management of infants with mild to moderate cow’s milk allergy (CMA) and other conditions where an EH formula is indicated. For older infants and children, Alimentum can be fed from a cup or mixed with cereal or other solid foods, as advised by a healthcare professional.
With this new and improved formulation of Alimentum, you can:
Help support the immune needs of infants with CMA in the gut and beyond.†1-3
Provide the efficacy you expect and need‡4-7
Give infants a formula that is trusted by mums and healthcare professionals.6,8
Important notice:
Breastfeeding is best for babies, and is recommended for as long as possible during infancy. Alimentum is a Food for Special Medical Purposes and should be used under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
| SUITABLE FOR KOSHER DIET | SUITABLE FOR HALAL DIET | SUITABLE FOR VEGETARIANS | CLINICALLY LACTOSE-FREE | GLUTEN FREE |
| X | X | X§ | √§§ | √ |
§Vitamin D is synthesised from cholesterol,extracted from the grease in wool sheared from live sheep. Protein hydrolysate is obtained using enzymes from animal sources.
§§Lactose content <10mg/100kcal.
Alimentum is a food for special medical purposes, for use under medical supervision.
| PER 100 G POWDER | PER 100 ML SERVING | |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 2196 kJ / 525 kcal | 283 kJ / 67.6 kcal |
| Protein | 14.4 g | 1.86 g |
Protein source: Extensively hydrolysed casein
Thoroughly wash and rinse all equipment to be used in preparing the feed. Sterilise all utensils according to manufacturers’ instructions or boil for 10 minutes.
Boil fresh tap water (not bottled water) and allow to cool for no more than 30 minutes. Do not use artificially softened water or repeatedly boiled water.
Wash your hands and clean the surface you are going to use.
Pour the correct amount of warm, previously boiled water into the sterilised feeding bottle.
Fill the scoop with Alimentum powder, levelling with the back of a clean, dry, knife. Do not pack down in scoop.
Add one scoop of Alimentum to each 30 ml of water. Only use the scoop provided. A level scoop contains 4.2 g powder.
Place lid on bottle and shake gently until completely dissolved.
Fit a sterilised teat on bottle and test the temperature (drops of formula should feel lukewarm on the inside of your wrist). If necessary, add cap and cool by holding under cold running water.
Discard prepared formula left in the bottle or cup within one hour after feeding begins.
1. MIMS June 2022 1. 2. Marriage BJ, et al. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2015;61(6):649–658. 3. Reverri EJ, et al. Nutrients. 2018;10(10). pii: E1346. 4. Goehring KC, et al. J Nutr. 2016;146(12):2559–2566. 5. Sampson HA, et al. J Pediatr 1991; 118:520-5. 6. Borschel MW, et al. Clin Pediatr. 2014;53:585-592. 7. Borschel MW, et al. The Open Nutrition Journal. 2015;9:1-4. 8. Jakobsson I et al. Acta Pediatr 2000; 89:18-21 9. Abbott. Alimentum Market Research, UK 2018. 2019.
*The 2'-FL (2'-fucosyllactose) used in this formula is biosynthesised and structurally identical to the human milk oligosaccharide (HMO) 2'-FL, found in most mothers' breast milk. †Studies conducted in healthy-term infants consuming standard infant formula (Similac) with 2’-FL, compared to control formula without 2’-FL. ‡Data collected from infants fed standard Alimentum formula without 2’-FL.
Similac High Energy is a 1.0 kcal/ml, nutritionally complete, high energy, ready-to-use infant formula for special medical purposes for infants from birth to 8 kg 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 200 ml bottles, which attach directly to Abbott giving sets Important notice: Breastfeeding is best for babies, and is recommended for as long as possible during infancy. Similac High Energy is a Food for Special Medical Purposes and should be used under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
The Abbott FreeGo pump is designed to be portable. It can be carried in a specially designed backpack, attached to a wheelchair or pushchair, or mounted on a drip stand. The Abbott FreeGo pump has a large, clear display with easy to use controls, making it suitable for patients, as well as caregivers and healthcare professionals
EleCare by Similac, is the first and only amino acid-based (AA) infant Food for Special Medical Purposes (iFSMP) in the UK containing synthesised 2’-FL*1. EleCare has been specially formulated for the management of infants with severe cow’s milk allergy (CMA), and/or multiple food allergies and other conditions where an AA formula is indicated. For older infants and children, EleCare can be fed from a cup or mixed with cereal or other solid foods, as advised by a healthcare professional.
Cow’s milk allergy (CMA), or cow’s milk protein allergy, is one of the most common childhood food allergies. It is estimated to affect less than 2% of UK infants2, although most children outgrow it by the age of 5.
Cow’s milk allergy (CMA) usually develops in the first year of life and is one of the most common food allergies among children. MomenTums.co.uk, powered by Abbott, is a comprehensive resource for parents of children with special nutritional needs, including CMA. A series of practical guides for parents are also available to download from the site. These include: Allergy Versus Intolerance infographic; Preparing to Visit Your Child’s Healthcare Professional; Practical Strategies for Parents; Cookbook of Cow’s Milk Free Recipes for Children.
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