Vitalux AREDS-S Multivitamin, Lutein Zinc and Copper with Vitamins C and E, Helps Delay the Progression of Age-Related Macular Degeneration, 50 Caplets

Vitalux AREDS-S Multivitamin Details

An eye-health caplet carrying lutein, zinc, copper, vitamin C and vitamin E, with a smaller amount of zeaxanthin than the Advanced formula. Two caplets daily with food.

One point is worth being straight about. The AREDS trials studied people who already had intermediate or advanced age-related macular degeneration, and found a reduction in the rate of progression — not prevention in healthy eyes, and not reversal of damage already done. The licensed claim reflects that: it helps delay the progression of AMD.

The difference from Vitalux Advanced sits in the zeaxanthin: 250mcg per caplet against 1mg. Everything else matches. This is the older AREDS-S specification and carries its own NPN.

Both carotenoids form macular pigment, the yellow filter absorbing short-wavelength blue light. Zeaxanthin concentrates most densely at the very centre of the macula, so the lower amount is a genuine formulation difference rather than a rounding.

Zinc is paired with copper because sustained zinc supplementation depletes it. The label states this explicitly — speak to a practitioner if unsure of your copper intake. No beta-carotene.

Do not crush the caplets. Take with a meal containing oil or fat. This product has come into contact with fish ingredients.

Vitalux is a Canadian eye-health range built around the AREDS and AREDS2 clinical formulations, sold largely through optometrists and pharmacies.

Who Vitalux AREDS-S Multivitamin Is For

For people with diagnosed AMD recommended an AREDS-type formula, and anyone wanting the core nutrient set at the range's lowest price. If your practitioner specified AREDS2 with full zeaxanthin, choose the Advanced formula.

It is not a preventive for healthy eyes. Consult a practitioner before use if you have cancer, cardiovascular disease or diabetes, and about your copper intake before starting a zinc-containing formula. Has come into contact with fish — do not use with a fish allergy. Do not crush the caplets. Supplements do not replace regular eye examinations.

Vitalux AREDS-S Multivitamin Features and Benefits

• 5mg Lutein Per Caplet — The carotenoid that forms macular pigment alongside zeaxanthin.
• Zinc with Copper — Copper included to offset zinc-induced depletion.
• Vitamins C and E — 250mg and 200 IU per caplet as antioxidants.
• No Beta-Carotene — Appropriate for smokers and former smokers.
• Helps Delay AMD Progression — The licensed claim under NPN 80016576.
• Lower Zeaxanthin Than Advanced — 250mcg per caplet against 1mg - a real formulation difference.
• 50 Caplets — 25 days at two daily, the entry point in the range.

Helps delay the progression of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and helps maintain good vision. Adults: take 2 caplets per day with a meal containing oil or fat, or as directed by a health care practitioner. Do not crush the caplets. Take a few hours before or after other medications or natural health products.