PRODUCT REVIEW
Similac Isomil DF is designed to for the management of
diarrhea in both infants and toddlers of ages 6 months and
older. On the other hand never use this product on infants
or children who tend to have constipation. You will end up
having serious trouble. This formula is fortified with loads
of iron that is designed to control diarrhea. While
supplements such as Pedialyte are often recommended for
babies who potentially develop diarrhea, in order to help
replace lost fluids and electrolytes, there is now this
special infant formula that addresses the nutritional needs
of older infants and toddlers who have this rather common
gastrointestinal problem. While this cannot replace Breast
Milk, this could be used as a supplement since it provides
adequate amount of calories, fat, protein, carbohydrates,
vitamins and minerals.
Similac claims that it is also effective for infants and
toddlers who experience diarrhea during oral antibiotic
treatment. This formula is also soy based and lactose-free,
since some children are known to develop allergies for
lactose based formulas. This especially helpful, if your
child is allergic to lactose based formulas and has diarrhea
and you want to control it without worrying about side
effects.
This is available in Ready-to-Feed form and there is no need
to mix with water and shake and go through the process of
preparation. But keep in mind, since this is a pre-prepared
formula, you must keep it refrigerated after opening and use
it within 48 hours. Also, as with other formulas, always use
it before the expiration date mentioned on the can. You do
not want to take chances on your baby especially since all
kinds of artificial ingredients are already added on
formulas.
As far as the cost, this formula is quite expensive. Please
check out our price section to compare prices and ideas on
where to buy. Overall we like this product since it solves a
special purpose and at the same time it can be given to
babies that are allergic to lactose and it is available
widely.
INGREDIENTS: (Please check the back of the can for recent
and accurate information)
