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Lutein + Zeaxanthin
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| Brand | Company | Form | Price/unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lutexan25mg+5mg | Total Herbal & Nutraceuticals | Capsule | ৳ 26.83 |
| Luzinta Kids10mg+2mg | Popular Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Tablet | ৳ 30 |
| Zantox25mg-5mg | Mirco Nutricare (Herbal) | Capsule | ৳ 32.66 |
| Luxen20mg+5mg | Opsonin Pharma Limited | Capsule | ৳ 35 |
| Luzent20mg+5mg | Radiant Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Capsule | ৳ 35 |
| Luzinta20mg+5mg | Popular Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Capsule | ৳ 45 |
At a glance
Lutein + Zeaxanthin — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.
Description
Lutein + Zeaxanthin can help protect your eyes from harmful high-energy light waves like ultraviolet rays in sunlight. Studies suggest that a high level of both in eye tissue is linked with better vision, especially in dim light or where glare is a problem. Administered only orally as advised by the physician. Lutein + Zeaxanthin have immunostimulant and photoprotectant properties. Lutein + Zeaxanthin can filter blue light to prevent the formation of reactive oxygen species, especially singlet oxygen, in the retina and can further reduce oxidation by directly quenching singlet oxygen and related free radicals in the retina .
Indications
Lutein + Zeaxanthin use Age related macular degeneration (AMD) Cataracts Retinitis pigmentosa
Mechanism of action
Lutein and Zeaxanthin have immunostimulant and photoprotectant properties. Lutein and zeaxanthin can filter blue light to prevent the formation of reactive oxygen species, especially singlet oxygen, in the retina and can further reduce oxidation by directly quenching singlet oxygen and related free radicals in the retina.
Dosage
Adult Dose: 1 capsule daily or as advised by the physician. Child Dose: Not recommended for children. Renal Dose: It should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Vaskar Laban may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Administration
Administered only orally as advised by the physician.
Missed dose
If you miss a dose of Lutein + Zeaxanthin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Side effects
No adverse side effects have been reported. Testing has demonstrated an absence of any mutagenic effects for purified Lutein + Zeaxanthin in.
Precautions & warnings
[SAFE] Lutein + Zeaxanthin does not usually affect your ability to drive. Please consult your doctor if you need.
Contraindications
Generally no report in the scientific literature for Lutein and Zeaxanthin at doses up to 40 mg for 2 months.Lutein and Zeaxanthin are especially concentrated in rods which are specialized light sensitive cell or photoprotector in retina and responsible for black and white vision in the dark
Drug interactions
Certain drugs have been reported to decrease absorption of Lutein and Zeaxanthin. Proton-pump inhibitors and lipid lowering drugs may reduce the absorption of carotenoids.
Food interactions
[UNSAFE] It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lutein + Zeaxanthin
Use in pregnancy
[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] There have been no studies on the effects of Lutein + Zeaxanthin . Please consult your doctor.
Use in lactation
[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] There have been no studies on the effects of Lutein + Zeaxanthin . Please consult your doctor.
Renal / hepatic impairment
[CAUTION] Lutein + Zeaxanthinshould be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lutein + Zeaxanthin may be needed. Please consult your doctor. [CAUTION] Lutein + Zeaxanthinshould be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lutein + Zeaxanthin may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Storage conditions
Store in a cool and dry place, away from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.