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Is Dexolac Top Feed Safe For An Infant?
Hi my son is 2 months old and I have been breast feeding him followed by top feed of formula. The formula suggested by my doc as top feed was dexolac special care as it was the easiest on digestive system. I know this is for premature babies and my baby is not premature. Is it okay to continue this as top feed?
Mon, 22 Dec 2014
Thanks for you query on health care magic.
Upto 6 month of age child should not be given anything other than breast milk.
Food supplements needs to be given only in premature babies or if which is not gaining weight even after enough breast feeding.
I suggest to monitor your child weight monthly and compare it with WHO growth charts. if your child is growing well on breast feeding only, then not give any other thing.
Regards- dr deepak
Upto 6 month of age child should not be given anything other than breast milk.
Food supplements needs to be given only in premature babies or if which is not gaining weight even after enough breast feeding.
I suggest to monitor your child weight monthly and compare it with WHO growth charts. if your child is growing well on breast feeding only, then not give any other thing.
Regards- dr deepak
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