Description
Generics: Astaxanthin
Dosage Form: Capsule.
Indications:
Concomitant intake of Astaxanthin with Cholestyramine, Colestipol, Mineral oil, Orlistat may reduce the absorption rate of Astaxanthin.
Pharmacology:
Astaxanthin acts as an antioxidant by dual mode of action. It suppresses singlet oxygen and also inhibits lipid peroxidation. By these actions it reduces the harmful free radicals. Therefore acts as a very strong antioxidant. Astaxanthin is absorbed by passive diffusion into the intestinal epithelium alongside fatty acids. Then it is incorporated into lipoproteins, transported to the liver, via lymph and blood and partly resecreted with lipoproteins. More than 70% of the Astaxanthin is contained in high-density lipoprotein part of plasma. Highest concentration of Astaxanthin is in the small intestine, followed by subcutaneous fat, abdominal fat, spleen, liver, heart, kidney and skin and lowest in the muscles.
Dosage guideline:
Once times in daily.
Adults (18 years and older): Daily dose is 4 mg. Should be taken along with or immediately prior to meals in the morning.
- 4 mg: As a strong antioxidant, improves cardiovascular health (Atherosclerosis, reduce cholesterol), improves immune function.
- 4-8 mg: Improves condition of skin, protects skin from sun damage (Reduce wrinkles, pimples and other signs of aging), improves recovery from central nervous systehn injuries and protects eyes from cataracts and macular degeneration.
- 8-12 mg: Reduces inflammation (Arthritis)
- 16 mg: Reduces risk of infertility
Route of administration: Orally.
Interaction:
Concomitant intake of Astaxanthin with Cholestyramine, Colestipol, Mineral oil, Orlistat may reduce the absorption rate of Astaxanthin.
Contraindications:
Contraindicated for those with known allergies to Astaxanthin.
Side Effects:
No severe side effects have been reported yet.
Pregnancy & Lactation:
Both pregnant women and lactating mothers should avoid Astaxanthin supplements as no data on safety has been found yet.
Therapeutic Class:
Supplements & adjuvant therapy
Storage Conditions:
Keep in a dry place, away from light and heat. Keep out of the reach of children.
Manufactured by: General Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
