Similac® Probiotic Tri-Blend

Probiotic Supplement

Similac® Probiotic Tri-Blend

Probiotic Supplement

Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend supports the developing immune system by promoting the development of a healthy gut microbiome.<sup>*,1,2</sup>

<sup>*</sup> This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent any disease.

<sup>1</sup> Houghteling PD, Walker WA. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2105;60:294-307.

<sup>2</sup> Hemarajata P, Versalovic J. Ther Adv Gastroenterol. 2013;6:39-51

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Values listed below are subject to change. Please refer to the product label or packaging for the most current ingredients, allergen and nutrient profile information.

List Number Item Market
68032 Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend Powder / 0.017 oz (0.50 g) Packet / 50 ct Institutional
67397 Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend Powder / 0.017 oz (0.50 g) Packet / 3 x 50 ct Retail

Hospitals and institutions can order Abbott Nutrition products by calling 800-551-5838, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. EST.

0.5 g (1 packet)

Nutrition Data

Amount Per Serving %DV*
Calories 2
Total Carbohydrate, g 0.4 Not established
Probiotic Blend (1 billion CFU), mg 88 Not established
Bifidobacterium infantis (BB-02™)
Streptococcus thermophilus (TH-4®)
Bifidobacterium lactis (BB-12®)

Vitamins

Amount Per Serving %DV*

Minerals

Amount Per Serving %DV*

<sup>*</sup>The % Daily Value (DV) for infants.

<sup>&dagger;</sup>BB-12, BB-02, TH-4 are trademarks of Chr. Hansen. Guaranteed potency through date on box when stored as directed.

Features
  • Consists of an exclusive multistrain combination of probiotic bacteria: <ul> <li><em>B lactis, </em></li> <li><em>B infantis, and </em></li> <li><em>S thermophilus.</em></li> </ul>
  • Unique blend: Multistrain and multispecies probiotics may have functional advantages over single strains.<sup>3</sup>
  • Helps support the health of the developing GI tract.<sup>4,*</sup>
  • All probiotics are not the same—probiotic effects are dose, condition, and strain dependent.
  • High-quality standards: Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend undergoes a multiphase inspection process to bring a probiotic with high-quality standards to the hospital. The single-use product packaging and Abbott’s cold chain transport system help to protect against contamination and maintain product potency throughout the product supply chain.<sup>5</sup>
  • Shipped using a cold chain transport system to ensure that the probiotics are maintained at or below 25 degrees C (77 degrees F) from production to delivery.<sup>5</sup>

<sup>*</sup> This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent any disease.

<sup>3</sup> Timmerman HM, et al. Int J Food Microbiol. 2004;96:219-33.

<sup>4</sup> Saavedra JM. Nutr Clin Pract. 2007;22:351-65.

<sup>5</sup> Data on file. Abbott Nutrition. 2019.

Unflavored Powder

Probiotic Blend (Bifodobacterium infantis [BB-02™], Streptococcus thermophilus [TH-4®], Bifidobacterium lactis [BB-12®]). Other Ingredients:, and Maltodextrin.

Preparation

Instructions for Use:

Proper hygiene, handling, and storage are important when preparing Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend.

Suggested Use: 1 packet per day

Preparation: Start preparation on a clean surface. Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend mixes easily with 3 mL breast milk, donor milk, infant formula, sterile water or 5% glucose water (commercially sterile).

  1. Pour 3-5 mL breast milk, donor milk, infant formula, sterile water or 5% glucose water (commercially sterile) into disposable mixing container.
  2. Gently shake sachet to ensure contents are settled to bottom.
  3. To open sachet, tear top off completely along perforation.
  4. Slow add 1 sachet of Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend powder to mixing container.
  5. Using a single-use oral syringe, gently swirl until uniformly distributed.
  6. Draw up contents from container into syringe.
  7. Administer with oral syringe; mixed product also flows easily through feeding tube.
  8. Administer mixed product within 60 minutes.

Storage & Handling

Instructions for Use:

  • Stable at room temperature.
  • Store sachets unopened at or below 25° C (77° F).
  • Use immediately once sachet is opened.

Important Safety Information

Warning:

  • Do not warm mixed product beyond 37° C (98.6° F).
  • Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend is a dietary supplement and should be mixed with a small volume as directed (3 mL) and given separately rather than mixed with a full feeding or fortified feeding to ensure the entire dose is received.

Similac<sup>®</sup> Probiotic Tri-Blend

Similac® Probiotic Tri-Blend

Probiotic Supplement

Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend supports the developing immune system by promoting the development of a healthy gut microbiome.<sup>*,1,2</sup>

<sup>*</sup> This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent any disease.

<sup>1</sup> Houghteling PD, Walker WA. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2105;60:294-307.

<sup>2</sup> Hemarajata P, Versalovic J. Ther Adv Gastroenterol. 2013;6:39-51

Similac<sup>®</sup> Probiotic Tri-Blend

Features

  • Consists of an exclusive multistrain combination of probiotic bacteria: <ul> <li><em>B lactis, </em></li> <li><em>B infantis, and </em></li> <li><em>S thermophilus.</em></li> </ul>
  • Unique blend: Multistrain and multispecies probiotics may have functional advantages over single strains.<sup>3</sup>
  • Helps support the health of the developing GI tract.<sup>4,*</sup>
  • All probiotics are not the same—probiotic effects are dose, condition, and strain dependent.
  • High-quality standards: Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend undergoes a multiphase inspection process to bring a probiotic with high-quality standards to the hospital. The single-use product packaging and Abbott’s cold chain transport system help to protect against contamination and maintain product potency throughout the product supply chain.<sup>5</sup>
  • Shipped using a cold chain transport system to ensure that the probiotics are maintained at or below 25 degrees C (77 degrees F) from production to delivery.<sup>5</sup>

<sup>*</sup> This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent any disease.

<sup>3</sup> Timmerman HM, et al. Int J Food Microbiol. 2004;96:219-33.

<sup>4</sup> Saavedra JM. Nutr Clin Pract. 2007;22:351-65.

<sup>5</sup> Data on file. Abbott Nutrition. 2019.


Availability

List Number Item
68032 Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend Powder / 0.017 oz (0.50 g) Packet / 50 ct
67397 Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend Powder / 0.017 oz (0.50 g) Packet / 3 x 50 ct

Ingredients

Unflavored Powder

Probiotic Blend (Bifodobacterium infantis [BB-02™], Streptococcus thermophilus [TH-4®], Bifidobacterium lactis [BB-12®]). Other Ingredients:, and Maltodextrin.


Nutrition Information

0.5 g (1 packet)
Value%DV*

<sup>*</sup>The % Daily Value (DV) for infants.

<sup>&dagger;</sup>BB-12, BB-02, TH-4 are trademarks of Chr. Hansen. Guaranteed potency through date on box when stored as directed.


Preparation

Instructions for Use:

Proper hygiene, handling, and storage are important when preparing Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend.

Suggested Use: 1 packet per day

Preparation: Start preparation on a clean surface. Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend mixes easily with 3 mL breast milk, donor milk, infant formula, sterile water or 5% glucose water (commercially sterile).

  1. Pour 3-5 mL breast milk, donor milk, infant formula, sterile water or 5% glucose water (commercially sterile) into disposable mixing container.
  2. Gently shake sachet to ensure contents are settled to bottom.
  3. To open sachet, tear top off completely along perforation.
  4. Slow add 1 sachet of Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend powder to mixing container.
  5. Using a single-use oral syringe, gently swirl until uniformly distributed.
  6. Draw up contents from container into syringe.
  7. Administer with oral syringe; mixed product also flows easily through feeding tube.
  8. Administer mixed product within 60 minutes.


Storage & Handling

Instructions for Use:

  • Stable at room temperature.
  • Store sachets unopened at or below 25° C (77° F).
  • Use immediately once sachet is opened.


Important Safety Information

Warning:

  • Do not warm mixed product beyond 37° C (98.6° F).
  • Similac Probiotic Tri-Blend is a dietary supplement and should be mixed with a small volume as directed (3 mL) and given separately rather than mixed with a full feeding or fortified feeding to ensure the entire dose is received.

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