Back
Nutricia Neocate LCP

Neocate® LCP

0-12 months

Indications
  • For the dietary management of infants (0-12 months) with cows’ milk protein allergy, multiple food protein allergies, eosinophilic oesophagitis and/or other indications where an amino acid-based formula may be indicated.

Please contact your GP or healthcare professional for more information on the role of Neocate as treatment for cows’ milk protein allergy.

Contact us

Product Information

An amino acid-based formula specifically designed for infants (0-12 months). Neocate LCP contains long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (LCPs), docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), arachidonic acid (ARA) and nucleotides.  

Link copied!
Features
  • Hypoallergenic 
  • Contains LCP (DHA and ARA) 
  • Nutritionally complete, suitable as a sole source of nutrition for infants under 1 year 
  • Milk and soy protein-free  
Important Notice

Must be used under medical supervision after considering all feeding options, including breastfeeding 

Direction of use
  1. Wash hands thoroughly, clean preparation area and sterilise bottles and teats 
  2. Boil fresh water and allow it to cool for 30 minutes so that it feels warm to the wrist 
  3. Pour the correct amount of cooled boiled water into a sterilised feeding bottle 
  4. Fill the scoop provided with Neocate LCP and level off into the sterilised feeding bottle 
  5. Fill the scoop provided with Neocate LCP and level off with the back of a clean dry knife 
  6. Do not press powder into the scoop. Only use the scoop provided 
  7. Add the prescribed number of level scoops of Neocate LCP to the pre-measured water 
  8. Replace the cap on the bottle and shake well to mix until the powder dissolves 
  9. Before feeding, check the formula temperature is correct by placing a few drops on the wrist 

When preparing Neocate LCP for your baby, it is important to follow the preparation instructions on the back of the can carefully. To make a standard dilution (13.5% w/v), add one level scoop (4.5g) of Neocate LCP to every 30ml of water. Only use the scoop provided. Do not boil formula or use the microwave to prepare or warm formula. 

Storage

Store unopened tins in a cool, dry place 

Once opened, reseal can and store in a cool, dry place (not a refrigerator) and use within 4 weeks 

Feeding Guide

Your doctor or dietitian will advise the appropriate amount of Neocate LCP to be given. This may vary depending on how much and what types of solids are permitted, as well as the age and weight of your child. Feeding table below should be used as a guide only:

Approx age of baby Approx weight of baby (kg) Level scoops of powder Cooled boiled water (ml) Feeds in 24 hours
Birth  3.5 3 90 6-7
2 weeks  4 4 120 6
2 months  5.5 5 150 5-6
3 months  6 6 180 5
5 months  7.5 7 210 4-5
7 months  8.5 7 210 4
10 months  9 8 240 4
Nutritional Information
Average contents Per 100g Per 100ml*
NUTRITION INFORMATION
Energy 2062 kJ 278 kJ
493 kcal 67 kcal
Protein Equivalent 13.3 g 1.8 g
11 %E
Carbohydrates 52.5 g 7.1 g
42 %E
Sugars 4.6 g 0.62 g
as Lactose 0 g 0 g
Total Fat 25.6 g 3.5 g
47 %E
Saturates 10 g 1.3 g
Polyunsaturates 4.2 g 0.56 g
of which LA 3360 mg 453 mg
of which ALA 340 mg 45.6 mg
of which DHA 120 mg 16.6 mg
of which AA 120 mg 16.6 mg
ω6:ω3 ratio 7:58
Fibre 0 g 0 g
MINERALS
Sodium 217 mg 29.3 mg
9.4 mmol 1.27 mmol
Potassium 540 mg 72.9 mg
13.8 mmol 1.86 mmol
Calcium 571 mg 77.1 mg
Phosphorus 372 mg 50.2 mg
Magnesium 51.9 mg 7.01 mg
Chloride 392 mg 53.0 mg
Ca:P ratio 1.5:1
VITAMINS
Vitamin A 431 μg-RE 58.2 μg-RE
Vitamin D 11.8 μg 1.6 μg
Vitamin E 11 mg 1.48 mg
Vitamin K 44.5 μg 6 μg
Vitamin C 52.7 mg 7.11 mg
Thiamin 0.59 mg 0.08 mg
Riboflavin 0.59 mg 0.08 mg
Niacin 4.09 mg 0.55 mg
Vitamin B~6~ 0.48 mg 0.06 mg
Folic acid 68.5 μg 9.24 μg
Vitamin B~12~ 1.38 μg 0.19 μg
Biotin 19.2 μg 2.6 μg
Pantothenic Acid 3.05 mg 0.41 mg
TRACE ELEMENTS
Iron 7.4 mg 1.0 mg
Zinc 5.42 mg 0.73 mg
Manganese 49 μg 7 μg
Copper 420 μg 57 μg
Iodine 103 μg 14 μg
Molybdenum 11.3 μg 1.53 μg
Selenium 18.7 μg 2.53 μg
Chromium 10.8 μg 1.46 μg
OTHERS
Choline 137 mg 18.5 mg
Inositol 110 mg 14.9 mg
L-carnitine 9.85 mg 1.33 mg
Taurine 32 mg 2.33 mg
Osmolality 340 mOsmol/kgH₂O
*At the recommended concentration of 13.5% w/v
Abbreviations:
LA – Linoleic Acid
ALA – Alpha Linoleic Acid
DHA – Docosahexaenoic Acid
AA – Arachidonic Acid
BREAST MILK IS BEST FOR BABIES: Professional advice should be followed before using an infant formula. Introducing partial bottle feeding could negatively affect breast feeding. Good maternal nutrition is important for breast feeding and reversing a decision not to breast feed may be difficult. Infant formula should be used as directed. Proper use of an infant formula is important to the health of the infant. Social and financial implications should be considered when selecting a method of feeding. Infant Formula product for special dietary use to be used under medical supervision. This product is not suitable for general use.