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How to Take Astaxanthin and it's Dose

Written by - Pallavi Singh, M. Pharmacy (Pharmacy Practice)

Medically Checked by - Dr. M. Janani Priya, Doctor of Pharmacy

Last Updated on Nov 08, 2024

• Astaxanthin, should be taken orally with a meal, especially with fats.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

4mg-12mg a day orally

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

• Astaxanthin is contraindicated in patients with allergy to astaxanthin or related carotenoids, or the source of astaxanthin, Haematococcus pluvialis.
• It should not be used by pregnant or lactating women.

Drug Name : Astaxanthin

Astaxanthin is an antioxidant and a carotenoid that has potential benefits in Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, stroke, high cholesterol, and an eye condition called age related macular degeneration

Trade Names/Brand Names of Astaxanthin

India :

Wasolvit Gold | Lenova-M | HI-Q 300 (300mg/8mg) | Fortify | EN-Q 300 | Carnirich-M | one-12 tabs | Rqual-Gold | Eyetamin Gold | Wasolvit Q-10

Last Updated on Nov 08, 2024

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