Infant Formulas (Systemic)

Proper Use of This Infant Formula

Infant formulas may be given by mouth or, in some cases, by a tube feeding. Use the amount of infant formula and the feeding schedule recommended by your doctor.

For infants receiving the concentrate or powder for oral solution form of this preparation:

• For mixing or other use, follow carefully the instructions on the package.
• Any unused solution should be kept in the refrigerator. Most formulas can be kept in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days. Check the label of your product.

For infants receiving the oral liquid form of this preparation:

• This preparation is in ready-to-use form. No dilution is needed unless directed by your doctor.
• Shake the preparation well before opening. Refrigerate after opening. Most formulas can be kept in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days. Check the label of your product.

For infants receiving Enfamil Human Milk Fortifier :

• This powder should be added to mother's breast milk. For mixing or other use, follow carefully the instructions on the package.
• Any unused solution should be kept in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.

For infants receiving Similac Natural Care :

• This liquid should be added to the mother's breast milk. It may also be fed alternating with breast milk to low-birth-weight infants as directed by the infant's doctor. For mixing or other use, follow carefully the instructions on the package.
• Any unused solution should be kept in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.

Feeding - The amount of an infant formula to be given will be different for different infants. Follow your doctor's orders .

Storage - To store the unopened container:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Store away from heat and direct light.
• Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the infant formula to break down.
• Keep the infant formula from freezing. Do not refrigerate until after the product has been opened or mixed.
• Do not keep outdated infant formulas or those no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded infant formula is out of the reach of children.