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I've accidentally been giving my newborn similac go and grow formula for 9-24 month olds for 5 days. should i be concerned?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

No: He should have no side effects.

Dr Mansury agreed

Answered 5/1/2013

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Newborn formula: You should not be concerned if you did it but going forward u should use the age appropriate formula so baby does not have any constipation or abdominal pain, etc. Don't worry the baby has not been harmed in any way, the newborn formula is just easier to handle by the newborn.

Dr Ferguson and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/10/2013

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A member asked:

I've accidentally been giving my newborn similac go and grow formula for 9-24 month olds for 5 days. should i be concerned?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr Mansury agreed

Dr. Mandakini Patel answered

Dr Ferguson and 2 doctors agreed

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