# Similac (NEC in premature infants) — safety & injury context

> Clinical summary and reported injury patterns. Not medical advice.

**Canonical URL:** https://drugsmonitor.com/drug-info/similac-nec-in-premature-infants-lawsuit
**Related case:** https://drugsmonitor.com/case/similac-nec-in-premature-infants-lawsuit
**Last updated:** 2026-06-11

## Clinical context

Cow's milk-based formulas for preemies are alleged to raise NEC risk; overlaps Enfamil-related NEC theories and evidence disputes.

## Litigation context

Infant-formula NEC MDL No. 3026 in the Northern District of Illinois; bellwether path continues.

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