Zeaxanthin

Category: vitamin

Pharmacological Mechanism

Xanthophyll carotenoid concentrated alongside lutein in retinal macula. AREDS2 macular protection. Stereoisomer meso-zeaxanthin is dietarily rare but accumulates in foveal center.

Half-Life (t½)

PO: 24h

Dosing Guidelines

• PO: Typical 2mg (Range: 1 - 4 mg)

Target Organ Systems

• endocrine