EquaCare Jr Amino Acid-Based Pediatric Formula

For children who can't tolerate intact or partially broken-down proteins, EquaCare Jr offers a fully amino acid-based (elemental) nutrition option built specifically for the pediatric palate and digestive system. Designed for ages one year and up, it works both as an oral supplement and as a tube feeding formula, giving families and clinicians flexibility as a child's needs change.

Parents managing conditions like severe food allergies, eosinophilic esophagitis, short bowel syndrome, or malabsorption often reach for an elemental formula because the protein is already reduced to individual amino acids — the simplest form the gut can absorb. That's the core of what EquaCare Jr provides, alongside 485 calories per 14.1 oz. can to help meet the higher energy demands of growth and recovery.

The collection carries two options: the unflavored EquaCare Jr (48101), which is easy to blend into tube feeding regimens or mix without altering taste, and the Vanilla EquaCare Jr (48102), a more palatable choice for children taking the formula by mouth. Both share the same amino acid base and calorie profile, so switching between them is straightforward if a child moves from tube to oral feeding.

A common question is how it differs from standard pediatric shakes: those typically use whole or hydrolyzed milk protein, while EquaCare Jr is elemental and hypoallergenic by design, making it appropriate when other formulas trigger reactions. Because it's used for medical nutrition, coordinate the specific formula, volume, and feeding schedule with your child's dietitian or physician.

If you're stocking a pediatric care routine, you may also want to explore related supplies in our Essential Care Jr and Veni-Gard Jr collections.