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Infant formulas

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Alternative Names

Formula feeding; Bottle feeding


Side Effects

Improper mixing of infant formulas may result in abdominal pain, improper caloric intake, or other problems. Never water down the formula, as that can alter your baby's salt balance, which can cause seizures. Using the wrong type of formula for a special-needs infant may cause the baby's condition to become worse.


Review Date: 10/23/2006
Reviewed By: John Goldenring, MD, MPH, JD, Department of Pediatrics, Children's Hospital, San Diego, CA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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