Peptamen Infant
Peptamen Infant is a peptide-based, nutritionally complete formula specifically designed for infants from birth to 12 months of age with gastrointestinal impairment. It features 100% enzymatically hydrolyzed whey protein to facilitate rapid gastric emptying and ease absorption, along with a high percentage of MCT oil to support fat digestion.
Dosage by Body Weight
Daily intake must be determined by a healthcare provider based on the infant's age, body weight, energy needs, and clinical status. Standard reconstitution is 1 scoop (approx. 4.5g) of powder per 30 mL (1 fl oz) of water.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- 450 to 750 mL per day
- Frequency
- Feed every 2 to 3 hours (8 to 12 feedings per day)
- Tracking Notes
- Dilution density should be closely monitored and prescribed by a pediatrician.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 750 to 1000 mL per day
- Frequency
- Feed every 3 to 4 hours (5 to 6 feedings per day)
- Tracking Notes
- Adjust volume as solid foods are introduced if developmentally appropriate.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 900 to 1200 mL per day
- Frequency
- Feed every 4 hours or as needed with complementary foods
- Tracking Notes
- Monitor growth milestones to ensure caloric requirements are met.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- As directed by a clinician
- Frequency
- Transition phase diet
- Tracking Notes
- Infants over 12 months or in this weight category may need transition to Peptamen Junior.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- Not routinely indicated
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Typically exceeds infant age limit; consider transitioning to Peptamen Junior under medical advice.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | 450 to 750 mL per day | Feed every 2 to 3 hours (8 to 12 feedings per day) | Dilution density should be closely monitored and prescribed by a pediatrician. |
| 5-7 kg | 750 to 1000 mL per day | Feed every 3 to 4 hours (5 to 6 feedings per day) | Adjust volume as solid foods are introduced if developmentally appropriate. |
| 8-10 kg | 900 to 1200 mL per day | Feed every 4 hours or as needed with complementary foods | Monitor growth milestones to ensure caloric requirements are met. |
| 11-15 kg | As directed by a clinician | Transition phase diet | Infants over 12 months or in this weight category may need transition to Peptamen Junior. |
| 16-20 kg | Not routinely indicated | N/A | Typically exceeds infant age limit; consider transitioning to Peptamen Junior under medical advice. |
Formulation
Purpose
Nutritional management of infants with impaired gastrointestinal function, malabsorption, feeding intolerance, or chronic illness.
Generic Name
Peptide-based infant formulaScheduled Drug
No. This medicine is generally not treated as a scheduled/prescription-only drug in common consumer references, but local rules may vary.