Dear Maria,
I believe I once refered to the medline plus drug information on infant
formula.  This is not an FDA website but from the National Library of
Medicine (US National Institute of Health).  The side effects are close to
the end of this information--diarrhea is the common side effect of infant
formula.  And diarrhea and the resultant dehydration is a known cause of
infant mortality. Valerie W. McClain, IBCLC

http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/infantformulassystemic202678.html

"Other medical problems--The presence of other medical problems may affect
the use of infant formulas. Make sure you tell your doctor if your infant has
any medical problems, especially:
Breathing problems or
Dehydration or
Diabetes mellitus (sugar diabetes) or
Diarrhea or
Heart problems or
Hyperglycemia (high levels of sugar in the blood) or
Liver problems or
Pancreas problems--Infant formulas may make these conditions worse
Intestine problems or
Stomach problems--These problems may prevent infant formulas from being
absorbed properly
Kidney problems--Higher blood levels of certain ingredients of the infant
formula may result, and a smaller amount of infant formula may be needed
Phenylketonuria--Infant formulas contain phenylalanine, which may make the
condition worse
Proper Use of This Infant FormulaInfant formulas may be given by mouth or, in
some cases, by a tube feeding. Use the amount of infant formula and the
feeding schedule recommended by your doctor.
For infants receiving the concentrate or powder for oral solution form of
this preparation:
For mixing or other use, follow carefully the instructions on the package.
Any unused solution should be kept in the refrigerator. Most formulas can be
kept in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days. Check the label of your product.
For infants receiving the oral liquid form of this preparation:
This preparation is in ready-to-use form. No dilution is needed unless
directed by your doctor.
Shake the preparation well before opening. Refrigerate after opening. Most
formulas can be kept in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 days. Check the label of
your product.
For infants receiving Enfamil Human Milk Fortifier :
This powder should be added to mother's breast milk. For mixing or other use,
follow carefully the instructions on the package.
Any unused solution should be kept in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
For infants receiving Similac Natural Care :
This liquid should be added to the mother's breast milk. It may also be fed
alternating with breast milk to low-birth-weight infants as directed by the
infant's doctor. For mixing or other use, follow carefully the instructions
on the package.
Any unused solution should be kept in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
Feeding--The amount of an infant formula to be given will be different for
different infants. Follow your doctor's orders .
Storage--To store the unopened container:
Keep out of the reach of children.
Store away from heat and direct light.
Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places.
Heat or moisture may cause the infant formula to break down.
Keep the infant formula from freezing. Do not refrigerate until after the
product has been opened or mixed.
Do not keep outdated infant formulas or those no longer needed. Be sure that
any discarded infant formula is out of the reach of children.
[WHAT???--someone explain this to me?????It's too dangerous for children but
ok for infants???--Valerie]

Side Effects of This Infant Formula Along with its needed effects, an infant
formula may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side
effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
More common
Diarrhea; unusual thirst; unusual tiredness or weaknessNote:
Diarrhea can lead to severe fluid loss in your infant very quickly. Diarrhea
can be caused by improper infant formula preparation. Make sure that you are
following the directions for mixing on the container of your product.


Less common
Signs of milk allergy (hives, wheezing); signs of milk intolerance (abdominal
bloating, diarrhea, stomach cramps, vomiting)
Revised: 08/03/1995

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