There are a lot of choices when it comes to standard milk based formulas as these are the most commonly used and generally least expensive.  The main differences between each of the formula choices within this category are generally the manufacturer, the fat source, protein source and the carbohydrate source.  Protein is generally thought of as the common cause of reactions or sensitivities that babies may have to formula but also consider the possibility of the child reacting to the fat source or carb source in the formula.  For example, some babies may have a negative reaction to corn so formulas with corn as the main carb or fat source could affect them.

The following is a list of commonly used milk based formulas.  This list is not intended to provide a complete list of all cow milk based formulas available, and does not provide the complete nutritional composition of each formula.  This is meant as a starting point.

Reviewed By Dave Olson, MD
Fellow, American Academy of Pediatrics
Graduate University of Michigan School of Medicine