For infants who are born prematurely and have additional nutrient needs that were not met in-utero and who may need extra protein to help support growth. Can be used as part of the Similac Liqui-MixTM System, to prepare customized feedings of various caloric densities. Recommended until infant reaches 3600 g (approximately 8 lb). For oral or tube feeding use. Use under medical supervision.
SIMILAC® SPECIAL CARE® 24 HIGH PROTEIN
High-protein, hypercaloric DHA- and ARA-enriched formula
Availability
Values listed are subject to change. Please refer to the product label or packaging for the most current ingredients, allergen and nutrient profile information.
LIST NUMBER
ITEM
6635613
Similac Special Care® 24 High Protein, Ready to Use; 59-mL plastic bottles; 48/case
Features
- Hypercaloric formula (81 Cal/100 mL [24 Cal/30 mL]) with higher levels of protein, electrolytes, vitamins, and minerals per 100 Cal than standard term formula.
- Approximately 10% more protein than Similac® Special Care® 24 (3.3 vs 3.0 g/100 Cal).
- Calcium and phosphorus at concentrations and ratio (1.8:1) that support intrauterine accretion rates.1
- Exclusive blend of DHA, lutein, and natural vitamin E:*
- Results of a clinical study point to protective effects of lutein on preterm retinal health and maturation.2 - Approximately 2 mg iron/kg body weight per day when fed at 120 Cal/kg body weight per day.
- 39% of fat as medium chain triglycerides.
- Supports normal growth and bone mineralization in preterm infants born at less than 33 weeks gestation.3
- Improves early language† and visual development‡ in preterm infants.4,§
- Non-GMO.¶
- Easy to digest.**
- Gluten-free.
- Kosher.
- Halal.
PRECAUTIONS
- Never use a microwave oven to warm formula; serious burns can result. Test temperature before feeding to avoid scalding the infant's mouth.
- Not intended for feeding preterm infants after they reach a weight of 3600 g, or as directed by a physician.
- Do not exceed a protein intake of:
- 4.0-4.5 g/kg/day for infants up to 1000 g (3.6-4.1 g/100 Cal)
- 3.5-4.0 g/kg/day for infants from 1000-1800 g (3.2-3.6 g/100 Cal) - If signs of intolerance develop, slow feeding or discontinue.
- Not for parenteral use.
* RRR-alpha-tocopherol, the most bioactive form of vitamin E.
1 Mize CE, et al. Am J Clin Nutr. 1995;62:385-91.
† Compared to infants fed Similac® Special Care® and Similac® NeoSure® infant formulas without DHA and ARA.
2 Rubin LP, et al. J Perinatol. 2012;32(6):418-24.
‡ Visual acuity measured at 4 and 6 months corrected age and assessed by VEP (visual evoked potential).
3 Groh-Wargo S, et al. Pediatr Res. 2005;57:712-718.
§ Based on a post-hoc analysis of English-speaking singleton premature infants using the MacArthur Communicative Developmental Inventories.
4 O'Connor DL, et al. Pediatrics. 2001;108:359-371.
¶ Ingredients not genetically engineered.
** Similar to other infant formulas.
Values listed are subject to change. Please refer to the product label or packaging for the most current ingredients, allergen and nutrient profile information.
Preparation
Directions for Use:
- Do not use if breakaway ring is missing or broken.
- Use under medical supervision.
- Always wash hands thoroughly with soap and water when preparing infant feedings.
- Twist off cap.
- Use clean hands to twist on nipple and ring.
- Once feeding begins, use within 1 hour or discard.
- Avoid prolonged exposure of bottles to light.
- Store unopened at room temperature. Avoid extreme temperatures.
Values listed are subject to change. Please refer to the product label or packaging for the most current ingredients, allergen and nutrient profile information.
Nutrition
Unflavored Ready to Use
- Similac Special Care® 24 High Protein, Ready to Use; 59-mL plastic bottles; 48/case
Serving size: 100 mL
- Value
- Product Characteristics
- Caloric Density (Cal/mL)
- 0.81
- Protein (% of total energy)
- 13.2
- Protein Source
- Dry or evaporated skim milk, whey protein concentrate
- Fat (% of total energy)
- 46.8
- MCT oil (% of total fats)
- 39.2
- Omega-6:Omega-3 Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Fat Source
- MCT oil, soy oil, coconut oil, high oleic sunflower oil, M. alpina oil, Schizochytrium sp. oil
- Carbohydrate (% of total energy)
- 40.0
- Carbohydrate Source
- Corn syrup solids, lactose
- Total Cal:g Nitrogen Ratio
- 193:1
- Nonprotein Cal:g Nitrogen Ratio
- 168:1
- Water (g/L)
- 830
- Osmolality (mOsm/kg water)
- 296
- Renal Solute Load (mOsm/L)
- 245
- Amount per Serving
- Nutrient Data
- ENERGY, Cal (kJ)
- 81 (340)
- Protein, g
- 2.7
- Taurine, mg
- 5
- Carnitine, mg
- 4.5
- Fat, g
- 4.4
- Linoleic Acid, g
- 0.57
- Linolenic Acid, g
- 0.068
- Arachidonic Acid (ARA), g
- 0.02
- Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA), g
- 0.014
- Carbohydrate, g
- 8.1
- Nucleotides, mg
- 7.2
- Vitamins
- Inositol, mg
- 11.7
- Lutein, mg
- 0.014
- Vitamin A, IU
- 558
- Vitamin D, IU
- 122
- Vitamin E, IU
- 3.7
- Vitamin K, mg
- 0.0097
- Vitamin C, mg
- 11
- Thiamine, mg
- 0.11
- Riboflavin, mg
- 0.16
- Niacin, mg
- 0.65
- Vitamin B6, mg
- 0.093
- Folic Acid, mg
- 0.026
- Vitamin B12, mg
- 0.00019
- Pantothenic Acid, mg
- 0.73
- Biotin, mg
- 0.0023
- Choline, mg
- 9.7
- Minerals
- Sodium, mg
- 39
- Potassium, mg
- 118
- Chloride, mg
- 66
- Calcium, mg
- 146
- Phosphorus, mg
- 81
- Magnesium, mg
- 7.7
- Iron, mg
- 1.5
- Zinc, mg
- 0.81
- Iodine, mg
- 0.0088
- Copper, mg
- 0.081
- Manganese, mg
- 0.0051
- Selenium, mg
- 0.0037
Values listed are subject to change. Please refer to the product label or packaging for the most current ingredients, allergen and nutrient profile information.
Ingredients
Unflavored Ready to Use
- Similac Special Care® 24 High Protein, Ready to Use; 59-mL plastic bottles; 48/case
Water, Corn Syrup Solids, Dry or Evaporated Skim Milk, Lactose, Whey Protein Concentrate, Modified Coconut and/or Palm/Palm Kernel Oils (Medium Chain Triglycerides), Soy Oil, Coconut Oil, High Oleic Sunflower Oil, M. Alpina Oil (A Source Of ARA), Schizochytrium Sp. Oil (A Source of DHA), Soy Lecithin, Monoglycerides, Carrageenan, M-Inositol, Taurine, L-Carnitine, Cytidine 5'-Monophosphate, Disodium Guanosine 5'-Monophosphate, Disodium Uridine 5'-Monophosphate, Adenosine 5'-Monophosphate, Lutein, MINERALS (Tricalcium Phosphate, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Citrate, Magnesium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Hydroxide, Ferrous Sulphate, Zinc Sulphate, Copper Sulphate, Manganese Sulphate, Sodium Selenite), VITAMINS (Ascorbic Acid, Choline Bitartrate, Choline Chloride, D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Calcium D-Pantothenate, Niacinamide, Vitamin A Palmitate, Riboflavin, Thiamine Chloride Hydrochloride, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Phylloquinone, Beta-Carotene, Vitamin D3, D-Biotin, Cyanocobalamin), and As Needed: Sodium Chloride, Potassium Phosphate Monobasic.
Contains: Milk, Soy.
Values listed are subject to change. Please refer to the product label or packaging for the most current ingredients, allergen and nutrient profile information.
Availability
Values listed are subject to change. Please refer to the product label or packaging for the most current ingredients, allergen and nutrient profile information.
LIST NUMBER
ITEM
6635613
Similac Special Care® 24 High Protein, Ready to Use; 59-mL plastic bottles; 48/case
Features
- Hypercaloric formula (81 Cal/100 mL [24 Cal/30 mL]) with higher levels of protein, electrolytes, vitamins, and minerals per 100 Cal than standard term formula.
- Approximately 10% more protein than Similac® Special Care® 24 (3.3 vs 3.0 g/100 Cal).
- Calcium and phosphorus at concentrations and ratio (1.8:1) that support intrauterine accretion rates.1
- Exclusive blend of DHA, lutein, and natural vitamin E:*
- Results of a clinical study point to protective effects of lutein on preterm retinal health and maturation.2 - Approximately 2 mg iron/kg body weight per day when fed at 120 Cal/kg body weight per day.
- 39% of fat as medium chain triglycerides.
- Supports normal growth and bone mineralization in preterm infants born at less than 33 weeks gestation.3
- Improves early language† and visual development‡ in preterm infants.4,§
- Non-GMO.¶
- Easy to digest.**
- Gluten-free.
- Kosher.
- Halal.
PRECAUTIONS
- Never use a microwave oven to warm formula; serious burns can result. Test temperature before feeding to avoid scalding the infant's mouth.
- Not intended for feeding preterm infants after they reach a weight of 3600 g, or as directed by a physician.
- Do not exceed a protein intake of:
- 4.0-4.5 g/kg/day for infants up to 1000 g (3.6-4.1 g/100 Cal)
- 3.5-4.0 g/kg/day for infants from 1000-1800 g (3.2-3.6 g/100 Cal) - If signs of intolerance develop, slow feeding or discontinue.
- Not for parenteral use.
* RRR-alpha-tocopherol, the most bioactive form of vitamin E.
1 Mize CE, et al. Am J Clin Nutr. 1995;62:385-91.
† Compared to infants fed Similac® Special Care® and Similac® NeoSure® infant formulas without DHA and ARA.
2 Rubin LP, et al. J Perinatol. 2012;32(6):418-24.
‡ Visual acuity measured at 4 and 6 months corrected age and assessed by VEP (visual evoked potential).
3 Groh-Wargo S, et al. Pediatr Res. 2005;57:712-718.
§ Based on a post-hoc analysis of English-speaking singleton premature infants using the MacArthur Communicative Developmental Inventories.
4 O'Connor DL, et al. Pediatrics. 2001;108:359-371.
¶ Ingredients not genetically engineered.
** Similar to other infant formulas.
Values listed are subject to change. Please refer to the product label or packaging for the most current ingredients, allergen and nutrient profile information.
Preparation
Directions for Use:
- Do not use if breakaway ring is missing or broken.
- Use under medical supervision.
- Always wash hands thoroughly with soap and water when preparing infant feedings.
- Twist off cap.
- Use clean hands to twist on nipple and ring.
- Once feeding begins, use within 1 hour or discard.
- Avoid prolonged exposure of bottles to light.
- Store unopened at room temperature. Avoid extreme temperatures.
Values listed are subject to change. Please refer to the product label or packaging for the most current ingredients, allergen and nutrient profile information.
Nutrition
Unflavored Ready to Use
- Similac Special Care® 24 High Protein, Ready to Use; 59-mL plastic bottles; 48/case
Serving size: 100 Cal
- Value
- Product Characteristics
- Caloric Density (Cal/mL)
- 0.81
- Protein (% of total energy)
- 13.2
- Protein Source
- Dry or evaporated skim milk, whey protein concentrate
- Fat (% of total energy)
- 46.8
- MCT oil (% of total fats)
- 39.2
- Omega-6:Omega-3 Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Fat Source
- MCT oil, soy oil, coconut oil, high oleic sunflower oil, M. alpina oil, Schizochytrium sp. oil
- Carbohydrate (% of total energy)
- 40.0
- Carbohydrate Source
- Corn syrup solids, lactose
- Total Cal:g Nitrogen Ratio
- 193:1
- Nonprotein Cal:g Nitrogen Ratio
- 168:1
- Water (g/L)
- 830
- Osmolality (mOsm/kg water)
- 296
- Renal Solute Load (mOsm/L)
- 245
- Amount per Serving
- Nutrient Data
- ENERGY, Cal (kJ)
- 100 (418)
- Protein, g
- 3.3
- Taurine, mg
- 6.2
- Carnitine, mg
- 5.6
- Fat, g
- 5.36
- Linoleic Acid, g
- 0.7
- Linolenic Acid, g
- 0.084
- Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA), g
- 0.017
- Carbohydrate, g
- 10
- Nucleotides, mg
- 8.9
- Arachidonic Acid (ARA), g
- 0.025
- Vitamins
- Inositol, mg
- 14.4
- Lutein, mg
- 0.017
- Vitamin A, IU
- 687
- Vitamin D, IU
- 150
- Vitamin E, IU
- 4.5
- Vitamin K, mg
- 0.012
- Vitamin C, mg
- 14
- Thiamine, mg
- 0.138
- Riboflavin, mg
- 0.192
- Niacin, mg
- 0.8
- Vitamin B6, mg
- 0.115
- Folic Acid, mg
- 0.032
- Vitamin B12, mg
- 0.00023
- Pantothenic Acid, mg
- 0.9
- Biotin, mg
- 0.0028
- Choline, mg
- 12
- Minerals
- Sodium, mg
- 48
- Potassium, mg
- 146
- Chloride, mg
- 81
- Calcium, mg
- 180
- Phosphorus, mg
- 100
- Magnesium, mg
- 9.5
- Iron, mg
- 1.8
- Zinc, mg
- 1
- Iodine, mg
- 0.0108
- Copper, mg
- 0.1
- Manganese, mg
- 0.0063
- Selenium, mg
- 0.0045
Values listed are subject to change. Please refer to the product label or packaging for the most current ingredients, allergen and nutrient profile information.
Ingredients
Unflavored Ready to Use
- Similac Special Care® 24 High Protein, Ready to Use; 59-mL plastic bottles; 48/case
Water, Corn Syrup Solids, Dry or Evaporated Skim Milk, Lactose, Whey Protein Concentrate, Modified Coconut and/or Palm/Palm Kernel Oils (Medium Chain Triglycerides), Soy Oil, Coconut Oil, High Oleic Sunflower Oil, M. Alpina Oil (A Source Of ARA), Schizochytrium Sp. Oil (A Source of DHA), Soy Lecithin, Monoglycerides, Carrageenan, M-Inositol, Taurine, L-Carnitine, Cytidine 5'-Monophosphate, Disodium Guanosine 5'-Monophosphate, Disodium Uridine 5'-Monophosphate, Adenosine 5'-Monophosphate, Lutein, MINERALS (Tricalcium Phosphate, Sodium Citrate, Potassium Citrate, Magnesium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Hydroxide, Ferrous Sulphate, Zinc Sulphate, Copper Sulphate, Manganese Sulphate, Sodium Selenite), VITAMINS (Ascorbic Acid, Choline Bitartrate, Choline Chloride, D-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Calcium D-Pantothenate, Niacinamide, Vitamin A Palmitate, Riboflavin, Thiamine Chloride Hydrochloride, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Phylloquinone, Beta-Carotene, Vitamin D3, D-Biotin, Cyanocobalamin), and As Needed: Sodium Chloride, Potassium Phosphate Monobasic.
Contains: Milk, Soy.
Values listed are subject to change. Please refer to the product label or packaging for the most current ingredients, allergen and nutrient profile information.