nutriprem human milk fortifier (HMF) provides additional energy and nutrients to support the continuation of breastfeeding in preterm infants. It can be added to mother’s own expressed breast milk or to donor breast milk.
HMF is now available in both hospital and on FP10 (GP10 in Scotland) prescription in the community:
References: 1. Aggett PJ, et al. (2006). Feeding preterm infants after hospital discharge: a commentary by the ESPGHAN Committee on Nutrition. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr.; 42(5): 596-603. 2. Embleton ND, et al. (2023). Enteral nutrition in preterm infants (2022): a position paper from the ESPGHAN Committee on Nutrition and invited experts. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr.; 76(2): 248-68. 3. Koletzko B, et al. Nutritional Care of Preterm Infants: Scientific Basis and Practical Guidelines. Basel, Switzerland: Karger, 2014.
*The only HMF available on FP10 prescription (GP10 in Scotland) https://dmd-browser.nhsbsa.nhs.uk (accessed April 2024).
Intended for healthcare professionals only.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Breastfeeding is best. nutriprem human milk fortifier is a Food for Special Medical Purposes for the dietary management of preterm and low birthweight infants. It should only be used under medical supervision, after full consideration of the feeding options available including breastfeeding. Refer to label for details.