Similac for Spit-Up Powder Infant Formula with OptiGRO

Similac for Spit-Up Powder Infant Formula with Iron Overview

Similac Spit-Up in Healthy Infants Formula with Iron and OptiGRO is a specialized milk-based infant formula with added rice starch to reduce spit up frequency since it's easier to digest. Similac Spit-Up Formula has been clinically shown to reduce frequent spit-up in healthy babies by 54 percent, among healthy 2-month-old infants, compared to standard formula. In addition, the formula contains prebiotics to promote digestive health. This formula is iron-fortified for baby's growth and brain development. Abbott Nutrition developed an exclusive blend of important ingredients found in breast milk called OptiGRO. The Similac for Spit Up blend includes DHA for brain and eye development, lutein to support eye health and vitamin E to support developing cells. In addition, the Spit-Up Infant Formula Powder contains calcium for strong bones and carotenoids that are naturally found in breast milk found to act as antioxidants to fight off disease.

Infants that are sensitive and have other dietary needs will find Similac for Spit-Up Infant Formula to be Kosher, Halal and gluten-free. The baby formula can be purchased in 12.03 oz and 1.41 lb Can of powder formula and 1-Quart Ready-to-Feed Bottle. Powdered infant formulas are not sterile and therefore should not be fed to premature babies or infants with compromised immune systems. Always follow manufacturer directions. The Spit-Up Ready-to-Feed bottle may be the best option, consult with your baby's physician.

Similac Formula Features and Benefits:

• Reduced Lactose Formula
• Easier to Digest
• Prebiotics for Digestive Health
• Reduces Spit-up
• Contains Ingredients Found in Breast Milk
• Promotes Brain and Eye Development
• Promotes Strong Bones
• Kosher
• Halal
• Gluten-free

Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Abbott Nutrition
• Item Numbers: 50959, 53729, 56728
• Sizes: 12.3 oz Can (50959). 1.41 lb SimplePac (53729), 1-Quart Ready-to-Feed Bottle (56728)
• HCPCS Code: B4158

Ingredients:

Powder Unflavored: Corn Syrup, Modified Rice Starch, Milk Protein Isolate, High Oleic Safflower Oil, Sugar, Soy Oil, Coconut Oil, Galactooligosaccharides. Less than 2% of: C. Cohnii Oil, M. Alpina Oil, Beta-Carotene, Lutein,Lycopene, Calcium Phosphate, Potassium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, Potassium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Chloride, Ascorbic Acid, Choline Chloride, L-Cystine Dihydrochloride, Ascorbyl Palmitate, Salt, Ferrous Sulfate, Choline Bitartrate, Taurine, m-Inositol, Mixed Tocopherols, Zinc Sulfate, L-Carnitine, Niacinamide, d-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Cupric Sulfate, Thiamine Chloride Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Phylloquinone, Biotin, Sodium Selenate, Vitamin D3, Cyanocobalamin, Potassium Hydroxide, and Nucleotides (Adenosine 5'-Monophosphate, Cytidine 5'-Monophosphate, Disodium Guanosine 5'- Monophosphate, Disodium Uridine 5'-Monophosphate). Allergens: Contains milk ingredients.

Precautions:

• Warm ready-to-feed formula by pouring needed amount into a bottle and then place in warm water. Do not microwave which can boil and cause serious harm to baby.
• Similac Spit-Up is not intended for infants or children with galactosemia allergy.
• Powdered infant formula is not sterile. Ready-to-Feed formula is best for premature babies or infants with a compromised immune system. Consult with pediatrician.

Formula Storage and Handling:

Powder (12.3 oz and SimplePac 1.41 lb Can)

• Once powder is mixed with water, store unused bottles in refrigerator and use no later than 24 hours.
• Store unopened or opened container at room temperature.
• Do not expose formula to extreme temperatures.
• To maintain freshness and nutritional value, use opened container within one month.
• Do not reuse Similac container for other purposes.

Ready-to-Feed (1 Quart) Bottle

• Store unopened containers at room temperature.
• Do not expose formula to extreme temperatures.
• Store Ready-to-Feed container in refrigerator.
• Store prepared bottles in refrigerator and feed to baby within 48 hours.
• Once bottle has been opened, the formula in container must be fed to the baby within three days.
• Do not reuse Similac container.

Similac For Spit-Up Preparation Instructions

Infant Formula Nutrition Information