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Vitalux®
#1 Selling Ocular Vitamin
Brand in Canada
Vitalux® Family of Products
For individuals with Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) looking for an easy to swallow softgel.
For individuals with Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) looking for an easy, chewable tablet.
For individuals with Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) who are also taking or want the benefits of an Omega-3 supplement.
VITALUX® ADVANCED +
MULTIVITAMIN CHEWABLE
For individuals with Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) who are also taking or want the benefits of a multivitamin.
For individuals with a family history of Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) to help reduce the risk of AMD or those seeking a general eye multivitamin that provides Blue Light Protection.
What is Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD)?
AMD is a chronic, age-related degenerative disease of a macula. As the condition progresses, AMD can cause permanent and irreversible loss of central vision, or the images you see directly in front of you. It is the leading cause of vision loss in people over the age of 50, affecting approximately 1.4 million Canadians. As it progresses, AMD can affect your ability to read, drive, or recognize faces.
Vitalux® offers a variety of ocular vitamin formulations for those dealing with AMD to help delay the progression.
Why Vitalux®?
- #1 Eye Doctor Recommended Brand in Canada
- #1 Selling Ocular Vitamin Brand in Canada
- Offers a variety of ocular vitamin formulations for those dealing with AMD to help delay the progression
Frequently Asked Questions
Vitalux® eye vitamins are widely available across Canada. You can purchase them at most major pharmacies, drugstores, and retail chains such as Shoppers Drug Mart, Walmart, and Costco. They are also available through various online platforms, including Amazon.ca and the websites of local pharmacies. For the most accurate availability, check with your preferred retailer or visit the product section of your pharmacy's website to confirm stock and delivery options.
For Vitalux® Advanced, and Vitalux® Advanced Softgel, Vitalux® Advanced Omega-3, Vitalux® Advanced Chewable, Vitalux® Advanced + Multivitamin Chewable: Consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if you have cancer.
The labelled warning is based on a Health Canada safety warning. This precaution is included in all product licenses that have formulations containing doses of Vitamin E ≥180 mg alpha-tocopherol per day (for cancer warning), and Vitamin E ≥268 mg alpha-tocopherol per day (for cardiovascular and diabetes warning). Please refer to the Health Canada website for background and information regarding the warning at https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/healthy-living/your-health/food-nutrition/safety-vitamin-supplements.html.
We recommend that you consult your healthcare practitioner to determine if Vitalux® is suitable for you.
Vitalux® eye vitamins are specially formulated to support eye health in individuals with AMD. The AREDS2-based formula includes vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc, copper, lutein, and zeaxanthin, which are clinically shown to help reduce the risk of AMD progression. By providing essential antioxidants and nutrients, Vitalux® helps protect the eyes from oxidative stress, which contributes to AMD. Regular use of Vitalux®, as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle, can be an important step in maintaining healthy vision for those at risk of or living with AMD.
Learn More About Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
AREDS2 was the follow-up study to the original AREDS study. AREDS is the acronym for the Age-Related Eye Disease Study conducted by the National Eye Institute. AREDS was a ground‑breaking, 10-year clinical study of these high‑potency antioxidant and zinc ingredients.
If you would like to read more about this, please visit http://www.areds2.com/. We also recommend you speak with your eye care professional.
Unfortunately, there is no cure for AMD yet. That’s why it’s important to take proactive steps for your eye health, including regular eye exams, maintaining a healthy diet, and using eye vitamins as recommended. Good nutrition can play a significant role in slowing the progression of AMD.
Some AMD risk factors, like age and genetics, can’t be changed. However, there are controllable risk factors, such as quitting smoking, managing high blood pressure, eating a nutritious diet, and reducing exposure to blue light from the sun. Managing these factors may help lower your risk of developing or worsening AMD.
Antioxidants help protect the body, including the eyes, from damage caused by free radicals. When there aren’t enough antioxidants to neutralize these free radicals, oxidative stress occurs. This oxidative stress is believed to contribute to the development of AMD. Antioxidants like those found in the AREDS2 formula can help combat this damage.
Lutein and zeaxanthin are two key nutrients found in the retina that help protect the eyes from oxidative damage. People with AMD often have lower levels of these nutrients. Increasing your intake of lutein and zeaxanthin through diet or supplements may help support healthy vision and reduce the risk of AMD progression.
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for maintaining eye health. Studies show that people who eat two or more servings of omega-3-rich fish per week have a reduced risk of developing wet AMD. Fish is one of the best dietary sources of these beneficial fatty acids.
Total blindness is rare in AMD because the disease does not affect the entire retina—just the central part called the macula. However, AMD can cause significant central vision loss, sometimes leading to legal blindness (20/200 vision in the better eye).
Wet AMD progresses much more rapidly than dry AMD. It can cause severe central vision loss in just weeks or months. Early detection and prompt treatment are crucial to slowing this type of AMD.
Your eye care professional can diagnose AMD through a combination of your medical history, symptoms, and a basic eye exam. Regular eye exams are essential for early detection, which can help preserve more of your vision as you age.
For dry AMD, treatment focuses on monitoring the disease and slowing its progression. Taking vitamin supplements, such as those recommended by your eye care professional, can be helpful. The AREDS2 study found that specific amounts of antioxidants and zinc can help maintain healthy vision.
For wet AMD, treatments may include prescription drugs, laser therapy, or photodynamic therapy, depending on your condition and the severity of the disease.
Wet AMD can cause sudden and severe loss of central vision. Symptoms include blurred vision, straight lines that appear wavy, and blank spots in your central field of vision. These symptoms may occur rapidly and require immediate medical attention.
Approximately 2.5 million Canadians, mostly aged 50 and older, experience vision loss due to AMD. As the population ages, the number of people with AMD is expected to double in the next 25 years, making it the leading cause of vision loss in Canada.
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