Enfamil and Similac Baby Formula Lawsuits: Seeking Justice for NEC Cases
“ATTORNEY ADVERTISEMENT”
Some premature babies fed Similac or Enfamil formula may be at higher risk of a severe bowel infection called NEC. The manufacturers may not have warned about this risk. If your premature baby had NEC after drinking these formulas, your family might be eligible for compensation.
Research has shown a potential link between cow milk-based formulas, such as those found in popular brands like Similac and Enfamil, and an increased risk of Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) in premature infants. NEC is a severe bowel infection that can have life-altering or life-threatening consequences and affects approximately one in every 2,000 to 4,000 infants. A study conducted in 1990 on 926 preemies revealed that preemies who were fed only formula were six to ten times more likely to develop NEC than those who were fed breast milk exclusively.
The Issue at Hand:
In 2011, data from hospitals across the nation highlighted that those premature babies fed human donor breast milk had a lower risk of developing NEC compared to those fed cow milk-based formulas.
Manufacturer Responsibility:
Manufacturers of Enfamil and Similac reportedly failed to warn parents and buyers about this increased risk adequately. Reports suggest that premature babies fed these formulas are up to 3 times more likely to develop NEC than those who are not.
Signs to Watch for:
Parents should be vigilant for NEC symptoms such as:
- Bloody stools
- Poor feeding or feeding intolerance
- Bile-colored (green) vomiting
- Signs of infection, such as lethargy and apnea
- Swollen or tender belly
- Trouble feeding or persistent constipation
- Diarrhea or dark, bloody stools
Affected Formulas:
If your infant consumed cow milk from one of the following brands and developed NEC, you may have a case:
1. Similac
- Similac Special Care 20
- Similac NeoSure
- Similac Special Care 24, 30
- Similac Special Care 24 – High Protein
- Similac Liquid Protein Fortifier
- Similac Pro-Sensitive
- Similac Human Milk Fortifier
- Similac Pro-Advance
2. Enfamil
- Enfamil Human Milk Fortifier
- Enfamil NeuroPro EnfaCare
- Enfamil 24 Cal
Seeking Justice for Your Child:
If you notice any of these symptoms in an infant who has consumed cow milk-based formula, seek immediate medical attention. Your child’s health and well-being are paramount.
Necrotizing Enterocolitis (NEC) can lead to:
- Intestinal perforation
- Abdominal and intestinal infections
- Sepsis
- Serious neurodevelopmental conditions
- Short bowel syndrome
- Growth failure
- In severe cases, death
Legal Options:
You may be eligible to financial compensation if your child was born prematurely (at younger than 38 weeks), fed Similac or Enfamil, and subsequently diagnosed with NEC. Advocates Of America experienced team of attorneys is here to help.
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