Hypoallergenic (non-allergenic) amino acid formula for the dietary management of severe cows’ milk allergy (CMA) and/or multiple food protein allergies (MFPA)1-4
Product Description
SMA® Alfamino® is designed to provide first-line formula relief from the symptoms associated with severe CMA and/or MFPA.1-4 It can also be used in the dietary management of those infants who experience no symptom improvement on extensively hydrolysed formulas (eHFs).1,2,4
SMA® Alfamino® is nutritionally complete from birth and supplementary feeding from 6 months to 3 years of age and formulated to support growth, tolerance and absorption in the most challenging allergy conditions.1–3
For more information on SMA Alfamino® or cows' milk allergy:
- Visit our CMA information page
- Contact your local representative
- Contact our Careline on 0800 0 81 81 80
Precautions
- Use under strict medical supervision after full considerations of all the feeding options available, including breastfeeding.
- For oral or enteral use only.
Important Notice
A food for special medical purposes. Mothers should be encouraged to continue breastfeeding even when their infants have cow's milk protein allergy. This usually requires qualified dietary counseling to completely exclude all sources of cow's milk protein from the mothers’ diet. If a decision to use a special formula intended for infants is taken, it is important to give instructions on correct preparation methods, emphasising that unboiled water, unsterilised bottles or incorrect dilution can all lead to illness. Formula for special medical purposes intended for infants must be used under medical supervision. For healthcare professionals only.
Product Storage and Shelf Life
Store in a cool dry place.
Shelf life of 24 months from date of manufacture.
Use within 3 weeks of opening.
Severe Symptom Management
SMA® Alfamino® is designed to relieve symptoms in infants with severe CMA and multiple allergies1,2
Supports Digestion and Malabsorption
SMA® Alfamino® has a low osmolarity and is the only AAF formulated with both MCTs and structured lipids to help support digestion and malabsorption5–7
Preferred Taste of SMA® Alfamino®
SMA® Alfamino® has preferred taste over competitor AAF formulas which may help feeding acceptance and health economic savings8,9
SMA® Alfamino® contains added medium-chain triglycerides for easily absorbed energy6
Structured Lipids
SMA® Alfamino® is the only amino acid formula to contain structured lipids†, which may support softer stools and both calcium and fat absorption5,7
Lowest Osmolarity
SMA® Alfamino® has the lowest osmolarity of any amino acid formula in the UK which may help to manage diarrhoea7
Product | Product Format | PIP Code | Nestlé Line Code | Case Size |
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SMA® Alfamino® | 1*400g Tin | 385-6416 | 12294404 | 6 |
Weaning Guide
The SMA® Althera® and SMA® Alfamino® weaning guide can be downloaded here.
Smilesback
The SmilesBack mobile app allows parents to keep track of their baby’s symptoms and feeds to support healthcare professionals diagnose or manage CMA. Learn more here.
ComissTM
The CoMiSSTM awareness tool can be used by healthcare professionals to quantify CMA symptoms. Learn more here.
|
Per 100g as sold |
Per 100ml (standard 13.8% dilution) |
---|---|---|
General |
|
|
Energy kJ /kcal |
2093 /500 |
278 /66 |
Fat g (44% kcal) of which: |
24.6 |
3.3 |
saturates g |
8.5 |
1.1 |
MCT g |
6.0 |
0.80 |
monounsaturates g |
9.4 |
1.2 |
polyunsaturates g |
5.2 |
0.69 |
Carbohydrate g (45% kcal) of which: |
56.3 |
7.5 |
sugars g |
4.0 |
0.53 |
Protein g (11% kcal) |
13 |
1.8 |
Salt = Na (g) x 2.5 g |
0.49 |
0.065 |
Vitamins |
|
|
A µg |
500 |
66 |
D µg |
12 |
1.7 |
E µg |
11.0 |
1.5 |
K µg |
45 |
6.0 |
C mg |
80 |
11 |
Thiamin mg |
0.51 |
0.068 |
Riboflavin mg |
1.0 |
0.13 |
B6 mg |
0.40 |
0.053 |
Niacin mg/mg NE |
7.0/12 |
0.93 /1.6 |
Folate µg DFE |
125 |
17 |
Folic acid µg |
75 |
10 |
B12 µg |
1.5 |
0.20 |
Pantothenic acid mg |
3.3 |
0.44 |
Biotin µg |
12 |
1.6 |
Minerals |
|
|
Sodium mg/mmol |
195/8.5 |
26/1.1 |
Chloride mg/mmol |
420/12 |
56/2 |
Potassium mg/mmol |
570/15 |
76/2.0 |
Calcium mg/mmol |
530/13 |
70/2 |
Phosphorus mg |
350 |
47 |
Phosphate mmol |
11 |
1.5 |
Magnesium mg/mmol |
45/1.9 |
6.0/0.2 |
Iron mg |
5.0 |
0.66 |
Zinc mg |
5.0 |
0.66 |
Copper mg |
0.43 |
0.057 |
Iodine µg |
110 |
15 |
Selenium µg |
26 |
3.4 |
Chromium µg |
<50 |
- |
Molybdenum µg |
<70 |
- |
Manganese mg |
0.068 |
0.009 |
Fluoride mg |
<1.0 |
- |
Other nutrients |
|
|
DHA mg |
135 |
18 |
ARA mg |
135 |
18 |
α-Linolenic acid mg |
400 |
53 |
Linoleic acid mg |
4000 |
532 |
Taurine mg |
40 |
5.3 |
L-Carnitine mg |
8.5 |
1.1 |
Choline mg |
145 |
19 |
Inositol mg |
35 |
4.7 |
Osmolarity |
294 mOsm/L |
|
Osmolarity |
327 mOsm/kg |
NE - Niacin Equivalent
TE - Tocopherol Equivalent
DFE - Dietary Folate Equivalent
DHA - Docosahexaenoic acid
ARA - Arachidonic acid
Frequently asked questions
You can learn more about cows' milk allergy on our condition pages, here.
- Nowak-Wegrzyn A et al. Clin Pediatr 2015; 54(3): 264–272.
- NHSc, Clinical Audits & Service Reviews: Leeds General Infirmary & Manchester Children’s hospital. Data on file.
- Corkins M et al. Pediatrics 2016; 10: 3–9.
- Luyt D et al. Clin Exp Allergy 2014; 44: 642–672.
- Bar-Yoseph F et al. Plefa 2013; 89(4): 139–143.
- Marten B et al. International Dairy Journal 2006; 16: 1374–1382.
- Nutritional information from product datacards: Puramino®, Neocate LCP® and Neocate Syneo®. June 2018.
- Data on file. Alfamino® vs Puramino® and Neocate LCP®
- Maslin, K. et al. Pediatr Allergy Immunol 2018; 29(8): 857–862.
Footnotes and abbreviations:
AAF, amino acid formula
CMA, cows’ milk allergy
eHF, extensively hydrolysed formula
FAQs, frequently asked questions
MCTs, medium-chain triglycerides
MFPA, multiple food protein allergies
Nestlé Health Science produces a range of foods for special medical purposes (FSMP) for use under medical supervision. A sample product should only be requested for a patient if deemed suitable following a professional evaluation from an appropriate healthcare professional. Althera® and Alfamino® are infant FSMPs and should only be used after the full consideration of the feeding options available, including breastfeeding.
The Nestlé Health Science Sample Service is available to healthcare professionals only, who require sample products for professional evaluation when they have no sample product or if a patient has insufficient product to cover their needs. This service is not intended as a long term solution for a patient.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE: Mothers should be encouraged to continue breastfeeding even when their babies have cows' milk protein allergy. This usually requires qualified dietary counselling to completely exclude all sources of cows' milk protein from the mothers’ diet. If a decision to use a special formula intended for infants is taken, it is important to follow the instructions on the label. Unboiled water, unboiled bottles or incorrect dilution can make babies ill. Incorrect storage, handling, preparation and feeding can eventually lead to adverse effects on the health of babies. Formula for special medical purposes intended for infants must be used under medical supervision.
Nestlé Health Science UK Statement on Demand for Specialist Infant Formulas for Cows’ Milk and Multiple Food Allergies
We believe breast milk is the best food for infants. When in consultation with their healthcare professional, mothers and families find that optimal breastfeeding is not possible due to their infant’s medical condition, formulas for special medical purposes play a vital role in providing essential nutrients to infants. We have a global commitment to market breast-milk substitutes responsibly.
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