Gallia Bébé Expert Rice Infant Formula 0–36 Months 800g

When should Gallia Bébé Expert Rice be used?

Gallia Bébé Expert Rice Infant Formula is a food product intended for special medical purposes. This formula meets the nutritional needs of infants and young children with cow’s milk protein allergy (CMPA). It should only be used under medical supervision, after the diagnosis has been confirmed, and in accordance with the recommendations of the healthcare professional caring for your child.

Its formula is based on an extensively hydrolyzed rice protein. The proteins are broken down into smaller components, much as if they were cut into pieces that are easier for the body to process. This formulation provides a plant-based protein source suitable for an elimination diet and meets the child’s specific nutritional needs.

This formula contains neither cow’s milk protein nor lactose. It is therefore suitable for children who must follow a strict elimination diet for milk proteins. However, the absence of lactose should not be confused with the treatment of CMPA: the allergy involves milk proteins, not lactose.

Gallia Bébé Expert Rice also provides fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids. These nutrients help support the infant’s growth and development. The formula contains, in particular, DHA, hydrolyzed rice protein, fructo-oligosaccharide fiber, and added amino acids.

The formula can serve as the infant’s sole source of nutrition from birth to 6 months if the infant is not breastfed. After 6 months, it can be incorporated into a gradually diversified diet, in accordance with the pediatrician’s recommendations, and may be used up to 36 months of age. Breast milk remainsthe gold standard for infant nutrition whenever breastfeeding is possible.

The powder is mixed with water to create a liquid formula suitable for a bottle. Strict adherence to the dosage, hygiene guidelines, and preparation instructions helps ensure the baby’s food safety. For another rice-based alternative, we recommend Modilac Expert Rice Milk for Infants, available online.

How do you use this infant formula?

Instructions for Use

1. Carefully clean your work surface, then wash your hands with soap and water.
2. Pour the required amount of water into a clean bottle. Use water suitable for preparing infant formula and follow your healthcare provider’s recommendations.
3. Use only the scoop provided in the box. Add one level scoop of powder per 30 ml of water, unless otherwise directed by your doctor. Remove any excess powder using the leveling edge without packing down the contents of the scoop.
4. Return the clean and completely dry scoop to its designated place. Carefully close the box. Wipe away any powder residue on the packaging with a clean, dry cloth.
5. Close the bottle. Shake it for 10 seconds from side to side, then for 10 seconds up and down. Do not roll the bottle between your hands.
6. If necessary, warm the formula in a bottle warmer or in a water bath, without exceeding 40 °C. Do not use a microwave oven due to the risk of burns caused by uneven heat distribution. Shake again, then check the temperature by placing a few drops on the inside of your wrist.
7. After the feeding, immediately wash the bottle, ring, and nipple with hot, soapy water. Rinse them thoroughly with clean water, then let them air dry without wiping them. Store the bottle with the cap on.

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Precautions

• Use this food product intended for special medical purposes only under medical supervision.
• Not suitable for infants with galactosemia or severe cow’s milk protein allergy (CMPA).
• Follow the dosage instructions on the package or as prescribed by your healthcare professional exactly.
• Prepare the bottle immediately before feeding.
• Feed the bottle within one hour of preparation.
• If the bottle has been warmed, feed it within 30 minutes.
• Always discard any unused portion of the bottle.
• Never save a partially used bottle for the next feeding.
• Do not add an extra scoop or further dilute the formula.
• Do not use the empty can to store other foods.
• Store the container at room temperature in a clean, dry place.
• Keep it away from heat, moisture, and opened foods.
• Close the lid securely after each use.
• Make sure the tab is properly folded into its notch.
• Once opened, use the contents within 3 weeks.
• This product is not intended for parenteral administration.
• Do not substitute this formula with goat’s milk, sheep’s milk, or any other type of milk without medical advice.

What is its composition for CMPA?

Ingredients

Maltodextrin, Vegetable Oils (Palm, Coconut, Canola, Sunflower), Hydrolyzed Rice Protein, Starch, Oligofructose, Emulsifiers: Citric Acid Esters of Mono- and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, Sunflower Lecithin, Fructo-oligosaccharides, L-Lysine Acetate, Choline Chloride, Schizochytrium sp. Microalgae Oil, Mortierella alpina Oil, L-Tryptophan, L-Isoleucine, Inositol, Taurine, Nucleotides, L-Carnitine, Antioxidant: Ascorbyl Palmitate, Minerals: Calcium and Magnesium Salts of Orthophosphoric Acid, Potassium, Sodium, and Magnesium Chlorides, Potassium Citrate, Ferrous, Zinc, Copper, and Manganese Sulfates, Potassium Iodide, Sodium Selenite, Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B8, B9, B12, C, D3, E, and K1.

Ingredient lists are subject to change. Always check the information on the package before preparing the product, especially if you have a known allergy.

Nutritional Values for Gallia Bébé Expert Rice Infant Formula 0–36 Months

Packaging

800-gram box of infant formula powder, with measuring spoon.

Our expert advice on Gallia Bébé Expert Rice

When a baby is on an elimination diet for cow’s milk protein allergy (CMPA), avoid switching formulas or introducing any dairy product on your own, even if it’s made with goat’s or sheep’s milk. The proteins in these milks are similar to those in cow’s milk and may trigger a reaction in some children. Keep track of the amounts consumed, digestive tolerance, and any symptoms so you can provide accurate information to your pediatrician. A decrease in food intake, repeated vomiting, persistent diarrhea, a widespread skin reaction, breathing difficulties, or a slowdown in weight gain require immediate medical attention.

Frequently Asked Questions About Gallia Baby Expert Rice

Does Gallia Bébé Expert Rice contain cow’s milk?

The formula is made without cow’s milk protein or lactose. It uses an extensively hydrolyzed rice protein hydrolysate as its protein source. However, it should only be given on medical advice and under medical supervision.

Can it be used from birth?

Yes, this formula can be the baby’s sole source of nutrition until 6 months of age when breastfeeding is not possible. After this age, it can be used alongside the introduction of solid foods, as advised by a pediatrician.

Can this formula be alternated with goat’s milk?

No, not without the doctor’s explicit approval. Infant formula made from goat milk protein is generally not a suitable alternative for CMPA due to the risk of a cross-reaction with cow’s milk proteins.