Is hydrolyzed whey formula same as hypoallergenic formula?

Hydrolyzed whey formula and hypoallergenic formula are not the same, although they can overlap. Hydrolyzed whey formula is made from whey protein that has been broken down into smaller peptides to aid digestion and absorption. Hypoallergenic formula, on the other hand, is specifically designed to minimize the risk of allergic reactions, often using extensively hydrolyzed proteins or amino acids. While some hypoallergenic formulas may use hydrolyzed whey, not all hydrolyzed whey formulas are hypoallergenic.