Types of Special Infant Formulas Marketed in Korea and Their Indications.
10.5223/pghn.2018.21.3.155
- Author:
Suk Jin HONG
1
Author Information
1. Department of Pediatrics, Daegu Catholic University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea. kyklos@cu.ac.kr
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Infant formula;
Lactose;
Soybeans;
Protein hydrolysates
- MeSH:
Humans;
Infant Formula*;
Infant*;
Korea*;
Lactose;
Metabolism, Inborn Errors;
Milk;
Protein Hydrolysates;
Soybeans;
Triglycerides
- From:Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology & Nutrition
2018;21(3):155-162
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Infant formula is classified into standard cow's milk-based and special formulas. This review aimed at summarizing the types of special milk formulas currently sold in Korea, and the appropriate indications for the use of these formulas; lactose free formula, soy-based formula, protein hydrolysate formula, amino acid-based formula, preterm formula, medium chain triglyceride formula, low-phosphorus formula, protein-energy-enriched formula, and formulas for inborn errors of metabolism.
