Greenox 2 mg (Capsule)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Astaxanthin |
| Company | Jenphar bangladesh ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Strong antioxidant
- Improves cardiovascular health (Atherosclerosis, reduce cholesterol)
- Improves immune function
- Improves condition of skin
- Protects skin from damage caused by sun (Reduces wrinkles, pimples and other signs of aging)
- Improves recovery from central nervous system injuries
- Protects from Parkinson’s disease, Dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Protects eyes from cataracts and macular degeneration
- Reduces inflammation (Arthritis)
- Reduces risk of infertility
- Reduces oxidative damage to DNA
- Decreases risk for many types of cancer
- Stabilizes blood sugar
Pharmacology
- Acts as an antioxidant
- Dual mode of action
- Suppresses singlet oxygen
- Inhibits lipid peroxidation
- Reduces harmful free radicals
- Absorbed by passive diffusion into the intestinal epithelium alongside fatty acids
- Incorporated into lipoproteins
- Transported to the liver via lymph and blood
- Highest concentration in the small intestine
- Lowest concentration in the muscles
Dosage & Administration
- Daily dose for adults (18 years and older): 4 mg
- Should be taken along with or immediately prior to meals in the morning
- Different doses for specific benefits: 4 mg, 4-8 mg, 8-12 mg, 16 mg
Interaction
- Concomitant intake with Cholestyramine, Colestipol, Mineral oil, Orlistat may reduce absorption rate
Contraindications
- Contraindicated for those with known allergies to Astaxanthin
Side Effects
- No severe side effects reported
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnant women and lactating mothers should avoid Astaxanthin supplements
Overdose Effects
- No case of overdose reported
Therapeutic Class
- Supplements & adjuvant therapy
Storage Conditions
- Store in cool and dry place, away from direct light
- Keep out of reach of children