Norma Jeanne was referring to a new infant formula for preterm infants, 
that is used to completely feed some infants or as a supplement for 
breast milk, not as a fortifier. She was asking about Abbot's Special 
Care 24. First of all, this formula had a recall in 2007 for 
insufficient iron placing infants consuming it in danger of anemia.

"[Posted 05/29/2007] Abbott informed consumers and healthcare 
professionals of a nationwide recall of three lots of two-ounce bottles 
of Similac Special Care 24 Cal/fl. oz. Ready-to-Feed Premature Infant 
Formula with Iron, a highly specialized liquid ready-to-feed formula 
used only for premature infants after discharge from the hospital. The 
three lots of formula were recalled because they do not contain as much 
iron as indicated on the label. The formula was distributed in the 
United States between November 2006 and May 2007. Premature infants fed 
this formula for more than a month after discharge could have an 
increased risk of developing anemia due to insufficient iron intake. If 
parents have concerns about their baby's health, they should contact 
their baby's doctor or healthcare professional. No other liquid or 
powdered Similac Infant formulas were affected. See the attached 
manufacturer's press release for a list of stock code and lot numbers 
for formula affected by this recall."

This website has a breakdown of the nutritional components in this 
formula:
http://www.quitehealthy.com/nutrition-facts/similac/038401.html

This formula has the same hazards associated with it as does other 
formula for preterm infants. Your nutritionist should provide a 
breakdown of the nutritional components which should then be calculated 
for each infant receiving it. The manufacturer should be asked for all 
pertinent data on the formula.

The calories in this formula are increased but a question would be, is 
the protein also increased and does it meet the needs of each 
particular preterm infant to whom it will be given?

Marsha Walker, RN, IBCLC
Weston, MA

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