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“What is SMA LF?”

SMA LF* must be used under medical supervision.

SMA LF is a clinically lactose-free milk-based formula for babies who are intolerant to lactose, a natural milk-sugar which is found in breast milk and most infant milks. Temporary lactose intolerance can be triggered by an episode of gastroenteritis and can result in symptoms such as diarrhoea, vomiting, tummy ache and wind and usually lasts for four to eight weeks, although it can last longer.

“When should I use SMA LF?”

SMA LF is suitable from birth onwards. If you think your baby may have developed an intolerance to lactose, discuss this with your GP or other healthcare professional, who will be able to advise you about changing to SMA LF until the symptoms have cleared up.

Q&A

“My 8-week-old baby cries for hours every evening. I don’t think there’s anything wrong with her, but nothing I do makes her stop crying. I’ve tried cuddles, walking round the room, offering more food and massaging her tummy but she doesn’t stop crying until she’s too exhausted to make another noise.”

Colic is often the explanation when a new baby, who is otherwise healthy and thriving, won’t stop crying. No one knows what causes colic, but it’s thought to be often due to temporary lactose intolerance.

Thankfully, colic tends to stop around 3 – 4 months of age. However, your baby crying can be very distressing so ask your GP or other healthcare professional if you should try changing her from her current formula to a clinically lactose-free infant formula, such as SMA LF.

“What are the benefits of using SMA LF?”

SMA LF is nutritionally complete for up to 6 months of age, so your baby will receive all the nutrients needed for healthy growth and development - only without the lactose which may be upsetting her tummy. And, as SMA LF tastes the same as other SMA infant milks, your baby shouldn’t notice a difference when you switch back to her usual infant milk, such as New SMA Gold*.

“Which formats are available?”

SMA LF is available on prescription from your GP and is also available over the counter in most high street pharmacies.

430 g can of powder

If you have any concerns about your baby, contact your GP or other healthcare professional.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Breast feeding is best for babies. You should always seek the advice of a doctor, midwife, health visitor, public health nurse, dietitian or pharmacist on the need for and proper method of use of infant formulae and on all matters of infant feeding. SMA infant formulae are intended to replace breast milk when mothers do not breast feed. Good maternal nutrition is important for the preparation and maintenance of breast feeding. Introducing partial bottle feeding may have a negative effect on breast feeding and reversing a decision not to breast feed is difficult. Infant formulae should always be prepared and used as directed. Unnecessary or improper use of infant formula may present a health hazard. Social and financial implications should be considered when selecting a method of infant feeding. This product must be used under medical supervision. SMA LF is a clinically lactose free milk based formula for the dietary management of infants and young children who are intolerant to lactose or sucrose, or who are suffering from symptoms such as diarrhoea, tummy ache or wind caused by temporary lactose intolerance. It is suitable as the sole source of nutrition for infants up to six months of age, and in conjunction with solid food, for infants and young children up to eighteen months of age. SMA LF is not suitable for those who are allergic to cows’ milk protein, or who suffer from galactosaemia or require a galactose free diet.

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