| | |  | Powdered | Home » » » » » » Similac Expert Care Alimentum Hypoallergenic Nutrition Formula, Powder, With Iron, 1-Pound (454 g) (Pack of 6) | | | | | | | Product Promotions: | | | | | Description: | | Similac Alimentum Hypoallergenic, Powder, Just add the Powder formula to water and mix. | | | Features: | |
• Pack of six 1-pound cans of protein hydrolysate-based powdered infant formula with iron (6 total pounds)
• Contains alimentum made up of protein broken down into tiny pieces; virtually eliminates allergic reactions in most babies with protein allergies
• Includes special nutrients found in breast milk, DHA and ARA clinically proven to support mental and visual development in baby's first year
• Alimentum's hypoallergenic formula starts to relieve colic symptoms (due to protein allergies) in most babies in just 24 hours
• Similac formulas provide the balance of protein, minerals, and other nutrients that helps give your baby a strong start in life
| | | Product Details: | | | Product Weight:
| 6.0 pounds | | Package Length:
| 12.4 inches | | Package Width:
| 8.3 inches | | Package Height:
| 5.0 inches | | Package Weight:
| 7.8 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 75 reviews |
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49 of 53 found the following review helpful:
 INSURANCE WILL PAY for hypoallergenic formula!!May 28, 2009
By Amy Green
My daughter used Alimentum and it stopped her colic due to acid reflux. I want to spread the word that most insurance companies will completely cover the cost of hypoallergenic formula, either by reimbursing you what you've spent on it, or if you get it as a prescription through your pediatrician.
Many doctors don't know this, so they don't know to give a prescription for the formula. Call your insurance company today!
23 of 25 found the following review helpful:
Lifesaver for parents and babiesMay 25, 2009
By Sydney Bristow
Yes, it smells bad.
No, it doesnt taste bad. I licked my hand when i spilled it once and it was not nearly as bad as you would think due to the smell.
Yes it is extremely expensive, but you know what? It WORKS!
When you are up nightly due to a screaming unhappy child, or worse, when you see your child suffering with an allergic reaction or blood in their stool or other awful side effects of a milk allergy or intolerance you are willing to pay any amount of money to make sure your baby is happy and to in turn get some sleep as well.
This stuff works, and it is much cheaper then the next option of of Neocate or other amino acid based formulas.
Even if your child doesnt have a diagnosed milk allergy, but is extra gassy, colicky, or constipated, give this a try.
We started using this because my DD would get severe consitipation on ANY milk based formula. Even now at 10 months, when we tried again with regular formula we have the same problem, so back to alimentum we went.
I really do not care about the price or the smell because the alternative is either having a malnourished child or one that is in pain, both alternatives are much more expensive to me.
Before the breastfeeding Natzis get on my case- i know breast is an alternative BUT- not everyone chooses to breastfeed and not all babies do well on breastmilk.
18 of 19 found the following review helpful:
This stuff is great!Jun 19, 2007
By JenandChan
My son unfortunately was unable to breastfeed and could not tolerate any other formula out there. This may be expensive, but it has been worth every penny. It has solved his bellyaches and has helped tremendously with his colic symptoms. My husband and I noticed a huge difference in our son's behavior after just one bottle. We got our calm, good-natured baby back because of this formula :)
9 of 9 found the following review helpful:
 It works. Damn it.Oct 10, 2010
By Andi
I have preemie twins, and unfortunately they weren't able to breastfeed due to their extended hospital stay after birth. They were given Neosure in the hospital and once they got home. They do still, in fact, receive two bottles of it a day. They have HORRIBLE reflux. They are taking the max dosage of Prevacid they can receive for their weight (I hate to do any medication, but don't judge me - they truly need it). Despite a consultation with a GI specialist, urologist and surgeon, nothing can be found wrong with them internally (thank God). However, their constant crying and discomfort has had me at a loss for a couple of weeks - even though we try to give them lesser amounts more often to avoid excess gas, burp after every ounce, AND keep them in an upright position for at least 20 minutes after every feeding. Well, I had purchased a HUGE lot of Neosure because I found a fantastic deal on it (about $8/can). So I really hated to ask the pediatrician about trying a different formula due to possibly wasting the Neosure, but since money isn't as important as my boys' comfort, I did. He said to try the Alimentum. I was not happy at all to pay $27 for a 16 oz can (That's why I knocked off a star - yes, it is less expensive on Amazon, but I didn't want to buy a case before trying. Even so, it is highly expensive formula). However, one day later - they are different babies. I knew their little personalities were that of smiles, but they have never had them for more than five minutes at a time. This stuff has made all the difference. That's where the "damn it" comes from. Don't get me wrong, I'm glad something works, but I was really hoping it might be a regular formula that treats fussiness or gas, but alas, it is this. In addition, it's thinner so they drink more of it. I plan to keep the bill for all of the money spent on this premium formula and they can start working it off when they are able to start doing chores. (that's a joke for people who don't have much of a sense of humor) Oh, and I think it doesn't smell nearly as bad as any other formula. I think it smells as if you made a soup of nothing but saltine crackers.
9 of 9 found the following review helpful:
great formula for sensitive babiesNov 08, 2007
By mommy of 3
Okay... first I will give you my history, my daughter was born at 36 weeks and put on regular Similac Advance, she puked like a marathon puker at the hospital before they put her on the Similac Sensitive (lactose free) that helped. At about 2 weeks, vomitting again, but only about once or twice a day. It was pretty projectile and I worried about the anatomy of her digestive system. After an upper GI we learned that all was well, but that she did have reflux. After the reglan, she was still vomitting pretty agressively so I mentioned the formula. My dr. agreed that trying Alimentum would be a good thing - well, she is now almost 4 months and NO MORE PROJECTILE VOMITTING!!! I am thrilled to not have to worry about that anymore. The formula is stinky, but oh well... my baby is comfy! Recently, my daughter has been getting hungry more often (still drinking 4 - 5 oz every 4 hrs) and the dr suggested I try her on Similac Organic so that she can maybe be full enough to sleep thru the night. I am tempted but oh so scared!!! I know Alimentum is very thin and probably not filling her up, but it does her tummy good! I was very impressed with this product.
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