SMA LF® Lactose Free Infant Milk
Not suitable for infants with galactosaemia
A nutritionally complete* infant milk for babies and young children with lactose intolerance - suitable from birth.
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Product details
SMA LF® Lactose Free Infant Milk Powder
400g powder
Available to purchase in supermarkets and pharmacies.
Supplier code (Ireland): 12592112
Birth - 12 months
| Approx. age of baby | Approx. weight of baby | Preparation for single feeds | Cooled, freshly boiled water | Feeds in 24 hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ||||
| kg | Level scoops | ml | ||
| Birth – 2 weeks | 3.4 | 3 | 90 | 6 |
| 2 – 4 weeks | 3.7 | 4 | 120 | 6 |
| 4 – 8 weeks | 4.2 | 4 | 120 | 6 |
| 2 months | 5.3 | 5 | 150 | 5 |
| 3 months | 6.1 | 6 | 180 | 5 |
| 4 months | 6.7 | 6 | 180 | 5 |
| 6 months | 7.6 | 8 | 240 | 4 |
| 7 – 12 months | - | 7 | 210 | 3 |
| Approx. age of baby | Approx. weight of baby | Preparation for single feeds | Cooled, freshly boiled water | Feeds in 24 hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ||||
| lb | Level scoops | fl. oz. | ||
| Birth – 2 weeks | 7 ½ | 3 | 3 | 6 |
| 2 – 4 weeks | 8 | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| 4 – 8 weeks | 9 ¼ | 4 | 4 | 6 |
| 2 months | 11 ¾ | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| 3 months | 13 ½ | 6 | 6 | 5 |
| 4 months | 14 ¾ | 6 | 6 | 5 |
| 6 months | 16 ¾ | 8 | 8 | 4 |
| 7 – 12 months | - | 7 | 7 | 3 |
is table is a guide only; a baby may need more or less than the volumes stated. Caregivers should consult their healthcare professional if more advice is needed. Remember, a baby should be fed on demand. Mix 1 scoop of powder to 30 ml (approx. 1 fl. oz.) of water. 1 scoop = 4.4 g Approx. 90 scoops per can.
- Do not add extra powder or water to make the feeds stronger or weaker and do not press powder into scoop. Using too much or too little powder can make your baby ill.
- We recommend preparing each feed in individual bottles when required.
- For hygienic reasons, discard unfinished feed in the bottle as soon as possible.
- For older babies, made-up formulae can be added to food
- Do not alter or add to formulae unless medically directed.
- Do not warm feeds in a microwave, hot spots may occur and cause scalding.
- Remember, cows' milk should not be used as a drink during the first year.
- For enteral use only
Preparation
How to prepare the baby's feed - powder
Whilst this product is made under strict hygienic conditions, it is not sterile. Failure to follow instructions on preparation and storage may make the baby ill.
1
Wash hands well. Wash and sterilise all utensils according to manufacturers’ instructions.
2
Boil 1 litre of fresh tap water. Allow boiled water to cool for no more than 30 minutes so the water can reach the recommended temperature of 70°C. Measure the required amount of water (see feeding guide) into a sterilised bottle, carefully – the water is hot. Do not use artificially softened or repeatedly boiled water.
3
Using only the scoop provided, add the correct number of scoops of the powder (see feeding guide) levelling off each scoop with the back of a clean, dry knife. Store the scoop in suspension inside the can and replace the lid.
4
Place the sterilised teat and cap on the bottle and immediately shake vigorously until the powder is fully dissolved. Cool bottle under cold running water until lukewarm. Test temperature by shaking a few drops on to the inside of your wrist. Upon preparation there may be a noticeable foam, this is quite normal.
- SMA LF® Lactose Free Infant Milk datacard. Available at: https://www.smahcp.ie/formula-milk/lactose-free-formula. (accessed May 2020).
- Aptamil Lactose Free First Infant Milk datacard. Available at: https://d2yhgir88ahms2.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/06115019/Aptamil-Lactose-Free-First-Infant-Milk-Datacard.pdf. (accessed May 2020).
- Enfamil O-Lac. Available at http://hcp.nutramigen.co.uk/hcp/product-range/enfamil-o-lac/index.html?cID=172. (accessed May 2020).
- NHS. 2019. Lactose Intolerance. Available at: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/lactose-intolerance/. (accessed May 2020).
- MacGillivray S et al. Lactose avoidance for young children with acute diarrhoea. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews 2013, Issue 10.
- Walsh, J et al. “Differentiating milk allergy (IgE and non-IgE mediated) from lactose intolerance: understanding the underlying mechanisms and presentations.” The British journal of general practice : the journal of the Royal College of General Practitioners vol. 66,649 (2016): e609-11.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
We believe that breastfeeding is the ideal nutritional start for babies and we fully support the World Health Organizations recommendation of exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life followed by the introduction of adequate nutritious complementary foods along with continued breastfeeding up to two years of age. We also recognize that breastfeeding is not always an option for parents. We recommend healthcare professionals to inform parents about the advantages of breastfeeding. If parents consider not to breastfeed, healthcare professionals should inform parents that such a decision can be difficult to reverse and that the introduction of partial bottle-feeding will reduce the supply of breast milk. Parents should consider the social and financial implications of the use of infant formula. As babies grow at different rates, healthcare professionals should advise on the appropriate time for a baby to begin eating complementary foods. Infant formula and complementary foods should always be prepared, used and stored as instructed on the label in order to avoid risks to a baby’s health. SMA LF® is a lactose‑free milk based formula for babies and young children who are intolerant to lactose or sucrose, or who are experiencing symptoms such as diarrhoea, tummy ache or wind caused by temporary lactose intolerance. It is suitable as the sole source of nutrition up to 6 months of age, and in conjunction with solid food up to 12 months of age.