Vitamins for vision, preparations in the form of drops, tablets, the use of lutein and blueberries for eye treatment. Eye preparations, which include vitamins, are recommended not to be used constantly, but in separate courses with short interruptions. For example, if a course of vitaminization is carried out for 3 months, then before starting the next vitamin course, it is necessary to take a break - at least 1 month.
What vitamins for eyes to choose
Of course, each age group of people has a need for certain vitamins, although in general vitamin complexes for the eyes for any category of people include several names, each vitamin of which is responsible for certain functions of the complex eye system.
Let's consider in detail the types and properties of vitamins for the eyes:
- Vitamin A … It is also called beta-carotene or retinol, and is one of the most important vitamins for the eyes. This is due to its inclusion in the composition of the visual pigment, which is located in the retina. The perception of the outlines and colors of the image is possible thanks to this vitamin. The lack of beta-carotene intake by the body is fraught not only with a deterioration in the perception of the image of the surrounding world, for example, night blindness, but also with the development of chronic degenerative diseases. Externally, vitamin A deficiency is manifested by dryness, redness of the eyes and swelling of the eyelid, and red streaks may appear on the sclera.
- Vitamin B1 … Contributes to the normalization of the rates of metabolic processes in all nervous tissues, including the visual ones. If there is pain in the eyes, a feeling of cuts, increased fatigue of the eye muscles, then there is a lack of vitamin B1 on the face, which is also associated with disorders of binocular vision. Binocular vision allows you to see an image with both eyes and merge it into a single picture. Outwardly, his disorder is manifested by squint.
- Vitamin B2 … Improves metabolism in the cornea and lens of the eye, accelerates the delivery of oxygen and other nutrients and excretion of decay products, which allows the cells of the pupil to regenerate faster. Signs of B2 deficiency: lacrimation, photophobia, night blindness, burning in the eyes and eyelids, bursting of blood vessels.
- Vitamin B3 … Niacin (nicotinic acid) is designed to improve blood circulation in the capillaries of the optic nerve, it fights cholesterol deposits in blood vessels, prevents clogging and, as a result, is a prophylactic agent for the development of oxygen starvation of the optic organ.
- Vitamin B6 … Promotes relaxation of nerve tissues. An ocular tic is associated with a B6 deficiency.
- Vitamin B12 … It actively participates in the formation of blood cells such as erythrocytes, which are involved in the supply of oxygen to the entire body. Anemia caused by a lack of B12 leads to the development of degenerative and inflammatory processes.
- Vitamin C … As an antioxidant, it prevents early aging of the eyes, helps to maintain the normal structure and function of eye cells, and also improves the regenerative capacity of the cornea. Signs of an insufficient amount of ascorbic acid: the appearance of hemorrhages in the eyes and a weakening of the muscle tone of the eye.
- Vitamin P … Works in tandem with ascorbic acid, its function is to strengthen the capillaries, which reduces their permeability. With an insufficient amount of vitamin P, the eye vessels become weak.
- Vitamin E … It is an antioxidant and a substance that accelerates the formation of type I collagen fibers in the cornea of the eye. Vitamin E protects the eyes from the negative effects of bright light and UV radiation.
- Vitamin F … Has a beneficial effect on intraocular pressure, normalizing the outflow of intraocular fluid. Due to this, it is used in glaucoma to avoid its exacerbation. Taking this vitamin can relieve eye strain and fatigue.
- Vitamin D … Inflammatory processes that occur in the cornea or retina of the eye are suppressed more intensively if the reserves of vitamin D are replenished, which is also recommended to be taken in case of manifestations of myopia.
Each vitamin has its own functions: restoring the structure of the cornea, improving blood supply to the eyes, maintaining the level of vision, etc. Therefore, in order to qualitatively solve vision problems, choose those preparations that contain a complex of vitamins, as well as supplemented with minerals and biologically active substances that can support all system of organs of vision.
Eye drops with vitamins
Vitamin complexes for vision are produced in various forms, for example, in drops or tablets. Eye drops have a local effect. They are introduced into the conjunctival sac, and then absorbed through the mucous membrane.
Among the wide list of names of vitamins in the form of eye drops, the following are the most common drugs:
- "Quinax" has a stimulating effect on metabolism, which leads to a slowdown in the development of cataracts.
- "Taufon" fights night blindness, helps in the treatment of corneal injuries and cataracts. It can be used for long-term work at the PC to relieve fatigue, eliminate dryness and redness.
- "Riboflavin" perfectly fights conjunctivitis in the shortest possible time (2-3 days). Helps relieve eye strain.
- "Vitafakol" and "Katahrom" are recommended to reduce the rate of cataract development and to cleanse the lens of the eye. However, the effectiveness of the first drug is often questioned.
- In case of an allergic reaction in the eyes, use "Prenacid", "Octylia", "Cromohexal", which relieve symptoms (tearing, burning) in 2-3 days.
- "Vizin", "Opatanol", "Opticrom", "Hi-Krom" and "Ifiral" are able to prevent the occurrence of an allergic reaction if they are taken a couple of weeks before the onset of the allergen. However, they do an excellent job of dealing with eye discomfort.
- A series of Japanese drops "Sante" contains preparations to eliminate fatigue, itching, redness of the eyes. They can be used as a prophylactic agent against infection when bathing in water bodies, in contact with mucous dust. Drops "Sante De U Plus E" when wearing lenses can be used every day, they also improve blood circulation.
- Vitabiotics and Maxivision successfully fight cataracts, myopia and hyperopia.
The use of eye drops is justified only for the prevention of diseases, with the development of allergic reactions, and also in combination with other drugs. This limitation is due to the fact that active substances are not able to completely penetrate all tissues of the eye.
Vitamin complex eye pills
In order for vitamins to be transported to all tissues of the organs of vision through the blood, it is recommended to take medications in the form of tablets. Each drug has its own composition and proportions of vitamins. A professional ophthalmologist will help in the selection of a vitamin complex, who will take into account the existing symptoms as much as possible.
Vitamins for vision in tablets:
- Vitrum-Vision is used after laser correction to maintain and restore the organs of vision.
- "Strix" is effective for people working with a computer or welding, because relieves fatigue and irritation, leads to the normalization of the ability of the eyes to concentrate. However, their use does not lead to an improvement in vision in general.
- The dietary supplement "Vitamins for Tiansha's Eyes" contains herbal extracts, as well as lutein, which has a beneficial effect on visual acuity.
- The complex of vitamins for eyes "Tears" is prescribed for people who have undergone surgery to the organs of vision, to restore vision and its further maintenance.
Tablets with vitamins for the eyes include: "Optics", "Doppelgerts", "Complivit-Oftalmo", "Nutrof-Total", etc.
Vitamins with lutein for eyes
Many vitamin preparations contain lutein, which is a kind of light filter, antioxidant. Lutein performs many functions: providing clarity of vision by filtering the spectrum, preventing lens clouding and destruction of the retina, preventing the accumulation of lipofuscin, which contributes to the development of retinal dystrophy.
The risk of retinal damage is in direct proportion to the amount of lutein in it. With age, the density of lutein decreases, so there is a risk of retinal dystrophy, which ultimately leads to complete loss of vision. Therefore, it is urgently necessary to replenish the reserves of this pigment in the body.
Currently, lutein is present in many vitamin complexes for the eyes, such as Vitalyuk-Plus, Visiobalance-Opti, Glazorol, Taurin, Leovit, Complivit-Oftalmo, Doppelgerts Active with lutein, "Lutein-Complex", "Tears" and others.
Vitamins for eyes "Super-Optic" stand out in particular, because they contain a relatively high dose of lutein. Due to this, they perfectly restore vision, relieve symptoms such as fatigue, itching, redness and irritation for a long time.
"Lutein-Complex" is a combination of useful substances (lutein, vitamins, blueberry extract and trace elements). It is designed to improve microcirculation and strengthen the capillaries of the eyes, slow down the progression of age-related defects in the visual organ, and also increase visual acuity in case of eye fatigue.
Due to their high content of lutein, vitamins "Doppelgerz" are used for effective restoration of vision after surgery. The disadvantage of these tablets is the side effect when taken on an empty stomach (nausea).
Vitamins for eyes with blueberries
Blueberries are a source of anthocyanins, which have a beneficial effect on the visual organ. Accumulating in the eye tissues, anthocyanins help to regenerate the photosensitive pigment of the retina, stimulate microcirculation of the retina, strengthen the capillaries of the retina, and enhance visual acuity by increasing the sensitivity of the retina to light radiation.
The use of blueberries is indicated for the prevention of functional visual impairment and, if present, for example, with myopia or hyperopia. Anthocyanins have not been proven to be effective for cataracts, blepharitis, or optic nerve disorders.
The minimum course of application of blueberry extract is 4 weeks, the maximum is 7 weeks. This is due to the fact that blueberries gradually accumulate in the tissues of the eye, so short-term consumption of blueberries will not have the desired effect.
The best form in which blueberry eye extract should be used is fresh or dried berries and juice with a blueberry content of at least 30%. However, there are a number of preparations that contain blueberry extract in different doses. It is a part of such drugs as "Direct", "Lutein-Complex", "Tears", "Striks".
The components included in the preparation "Bilberry-Forte with lutein" (blueberries, lutein, zinc, vitamins) are useful for prolonged visual stress, because have a protective effect on the retina. The list of indications for the use of this drug includes night blindness, deterioration of blood supply, changes in intraocular pressure.
The preparations containing blueberry extract include Focus eye vitamins, which help to maintain vision at the current level. After using "Focus", the endurance of the eyes increases, but the vision does not improve.
"Tentorium-Bilberry" is supplied in the form of tablets, which quickly enough have a therapeutic effect in case of myopia.
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Vitamins for the eyes, like any other medicinal product, should be prescribed by a specialist, taking into account all the symptoms, diagnostic studies, the desired result. In other cases, the use of drugs can cause damage to the body in the form of side effects. The approach should be individual, in order to choose the best vitamin remedy among the many names.
