About Similac Special Care 24 with Iron Ready-To-Feed Infant Formula
SIMILAC SPECIAL CARE 24 is a 24 Cal/fl oz iron-fortified feeding for growing, lowbirth-weight infants and premature infants. Can be used post-discharge as directed by a doctor. Use under medical supervision.
Key Benefits & Features
- OptiGRO® is our exclusive blend of DHA, lutein, and vitamin E: these essential ingredients are found in breast milk
- DHA for brain and eye development, Lutein to support eye health, and Vitamin E, an essential nutrient found in breast milk to support developing cells
- Clinically shown to improve early language development, early visual development, and body composition
- Lutein, a carotenoid naturally found in colostrum and human milk, has been shown to help support eye development in the preterm infant
- Nucleotides for immune support
- Calcium: phosphorus content and ratio (1.8:1) supports intrauterine accretion rates
- Approximately 2 mg iron/kg body weight per day when fed at 120 Cal/kg body weight per day
- Gluten-free, Halal and Kosher made with dairy ingredients
Similac Special Care 24 with Iron Ready-To-Feed Infant Formula FAQ
What is Similac Special Care 24 used for?
It is a 24 Cal/fl oz iron-fortified feeding for growing, low-birth-weight infants and premature infants.
Can it be used after the baby is discharged from the hospital?
Yes, it can be used post-discharge as directed by a doctor and should be used under medical supervision.
What is OptiGRO®?
It is an exclusive blend of DHA, lutein, and vitamin E, found in breast milk, supporting brain, eye development, and developing cells.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 100 Cal (4.2 fl oz)
| | Amount per serving |
|---|
| Calories |
100 |
| Volume, mL |
123.22 |
| Protein, g |
3 |
| Fat, g |
5.43 |
| Carbohydrate, g |
10.3 |
| Water, g |
109 |
| Linoleic Acid, mg |
700 |
| Potential Renal Solute Load, mOsm |
27.8 |
| Vitamin A, IU |
1250 |
| Vitamin D, IU |
150 |
| Vitamin E, IU |
4
|
| Vitamin K, mcg |
12 |
| Thiamin (Vitamin B1), mcg |
250 |
| Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), mcg |
620 |
| Vitamin B6, mcg |
250 |
| Vitamin B12, mcg |
0.55 |
| Niacin, mcg |
5000 |
| Folic Acid (Folacin), mcg |
37 |
| Pantothenic Acid, mcg |
1900 |
| Biotin, mcg |
37 |
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid), mg |
37 |
| Choline, mg |
10 |
| Inositol, mg |
40 |
| Calcium, mg |
18 |
| Calcium, mEq |
9 |
| Phosphorus, mg |
100 |
| Magnesium, mg |
12 |
| Iron, mg |
1.8 |
| Zinc, mg |
1.5 |
| Manganese, mcg |
12 |
| Copper, mcg |
250 |
| Iodine, mcg |
6 |
| Selenium, mcg |
2 |
| Sodium, mg |
43 |
| Sodium, mEq |
1.9 |
| Potassium, mg |
129 |
| Potassium, mEq |
3.3 |
| Chloride, mg |
81 |
| Chloride, mEq |
2.3 |
Ingredients
Water, Nonfat Milk, Corn Syrup Solids, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Lactose, Whey Protein Concentrate, Soy Oil, Coconut Oil. Less than 0.5% of: Schizochytrium Sp. Oil, M. Alpina Oil, Beta-Carotene, Lutein, Calcium Phosphate, Ascorbic Acid, Potassium Citrate, Calcium Carbonate, Soy Lecithin, Monoglycerides, Magnesium Chloride, Inositol, Sodium Citrate, Carrageenan, Potassium Hydroxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Choline Bitartrate, Taurine, Choline Chloride, Niacinamide, L-Carnitine, Zinc Sulfate, Potassium Chloride, Salt, Potassium Phosphate, d-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Palmitate, Copper Sulfate, Riboflavin, Thiamine Hydrochloride, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Manganese Sulfate, Biotin, Phylloquinone, Sodium Selenate, Vitamin D3, Vitamin B12, and Nucleotides (Cytidine 5'-Monophosphate, Disodium Guanosine 5'-Monophosphate, Disodium Uridine 5'-Monophosphate, Adenosine 5'-Monophosphate).