About Similac Alimentum Powder Infant Formula
Similac Alimentum is a 20 Cal/fl oz, nutritionally complete, hypoallergenic formula for infants, including those with colic symptoms due to cow's milk protein sensitivity, food allergies, or sensitivity to intact protein. Appropriate supplemental beverage for children with food allergies or sensitivity to intact protein.
Key Benefits & Features
- First and only hypoallergenic extensively hydrolyzed casein-based infant formula with 2’-FL for immune support
- Starts reducing excessive crying due to cow's milk protein sensitivity in most infants within 24 hours
- Hypoallergenic; contains a predigested protein to virtually eliminate allergic reactions in most babies who are allergic to cow's-milk protein
- Hydrolyzed casein supplemented with free amino acids for infants who are sensitive to or unable to digest intact protein
- A unique blend of carbohydrates using two different absorptive pathways to help maximize absorption and minimize malabsorption risks
- Made with oils that have been shown to be well absorbed.1 Approximately 33% of the fat as medium chain triglycerides (MCTs)
- DHA and ARA, special nutrients found in breast milk that are important for brain and eye development
- Suitable for lactose sensitivity
- Gluten-free
- Ready to feed formula is corn-free
Similac Alimentum Powder Infant Formula FAQs
How should I prepare this product?
Your baby's health depends on carefully following these directions. Proper hygiene, handling and storage are important when preparing infant formula. Failure to follow these directions could result in severe harm. Ask your baby's doctor if you need to use cooled, boiled water for mixing and if you need to boil (sterilize) bottles, nipples and rings before use.
- Wash your hands, surfaces and utensils. Pour water into clean bottle
- Add 1 unpacked level scoop (8.7 g) to each 2 fl oz of water. Return dry scoop to container
- Cap bottle; shake well; attach nipple. Once feeding begins, use within 1 hour or discard
How should I store this product?
- Once mixed, store bottles in refrigerator and feed to baby within 24 hours
- Store unopened or opened container at room temperature; avoid extreme temperatures
- Use opened can contents within 1 month
How serious is colic?
Research shows colic affects 9%-19% of infants, whether they’re breastfed or formula fed. Colic doesn’t usually signal a serious medical problem, in most cases. If a serious medical condition is present, your baby’s cries may be nonstop. Consult with your baby’s pediatrician if your baby’s crying is nonstop.
When does colic start?
It usually begins when a baby is 2 to 3 weeks old. How long does it last? It is not usually seen in babies over about 3 months of age.
Can formula cause colic symptoms?
If your baby is experiencing excessive crying, talk to their pediatrician. If cow’s milk allergy is suspected, your baby's pediatrician may recommend a hypoallergenic formula like Similac Alimentum. 
A formula like Similac Alimentum can help babies start feeling better today. It starts reducing colic symptoms due to protein sensitivity in most babies within 24 hours. It contains an extensively hydrolyzed protein, meaning the milk protein is broken down into tiny, easy-to-digest pieces.
Ingredients
Corn Maltodextrin (39%), Casein Hydrolysate [Derived from Milk] (17%), High Oleic Safflower Oil (9%), Medium Chain Triglycerides (9%), Sugar (9%), Soy Oil (8%). Less than 2% of: 2'-Fucosyllactose [Derived from Milk]*, Lutein, Beta-Carotene, Schizochytrium Sp. Oil†, M. Alpina Oil‡, Calcium Phosphate, DATEM, Potassium Citrate, Xanthan Gum, Magnesium Chloride, Monoglycerides, Ascorbic Acid, Salt, L-Cystine Dihydrochloride, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, L-Tyrosine, L-Tryptophan, Choline Chloride, Ferrous Sulfate, Taurine, Inositol, Ascorbyl Palmitate, d-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc Sulfate, L-Carnitine, Niacinamide, Mixed Tocopherols, Calcium Pantothenate, Copper Sulfate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Potassium Iodide, Potassium Hydroxide, Phylloquinone, Biotin, Sodium Selenate, Vitamin D3, and Vitamin B12.
* 2'-FL, is derived from milk, but does not contain milk protein.
†Source of DHA.
‡ Source of ARA.
