What is Neocate?
Neocate is a hypoallergenic, nutritionally complete powdered formula designed for babies and young children with cow milk protein allergy and/or multiple food protein intolerances (e.g. allergies to soy protein, hydrolyzed protein in other infant formulas, fish, eggs and nuts).
Neocate provides all the necessary nutrients required for an infant's and young child's growth and development. It contains 100% free amino acids and is manufactured in a 100% milk protein free environment.
An elimination diet using Neocate can be used for a range of food allergy induced conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and eosinophilic esophagitis (EE). Neocate has been recommended by the doctor and/or dietitian because of the difficulty your baby has in tolerating or in digesting other infant formulas.
Neocate is described on the label as:
- Hypoallergenic: the formula is less likely to cause an allergic reaction.
- Nutritionally complete: all of the essential nutrients needed to grow are supplied by the formula when consumed in adequate amounts.
- Elemental: ingredients are broken down to their simplest and purest form so they are easier for the body to process and digest.
- Amino acid-based: Amino acids are the non-allergenic building blocks for all protein.
- Dairy-Free Manufacturing: Neocate is manufactured in a dairy-free environment, providing a safe and effective formula for individuals with dairy allergies.
Neocate was originally formulated in 1983, and has a long history of use in many countries worldwide including the USA and Europe. The hypoallergenicity of Neocate was established in 1992, according to the guidelines set out by the Subcommittee on Nutrition and Allergic Disease of the American Academy of Pediatrics.
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