Meta Information
ID:meso-zeaxanthin
Name:Meso-Zeaxanthin
Schema Version:1.5
Alternate Names
- MZ
Intervention Type
therapeutic_agent
Expected Cost Mean
Low Cost:
15
High Cost:
40
Cost Type:
monthly
Description:
Cost for a 30-day supply of a combination eye health supplement.
Summary
Meso-zeaxanthin is a carotenoid concentrated in the center of the macula, the part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed central vision. It functions as a powerful antioxidant and filters high-energy blue light, protecting retinal cells from photo-oxidative damage. Its healthspan relevance is primarily focused on preserving visual function into old age, which is critical for maintaining independence, preventing falls, and supporting cognitive engagement.
Purpose
A macular carotenoid protecting vision from blue light and oxidative stress.
Card Summary
A potent antioxidant carotenoid that accumulates in the eye's macula, filtering blue light and protecting long-term vision, a key factor for quality of life.
Drug Class
Drugs In Class
Empty Array
Impact
Score:
4.5
Justification:
Highly targeted benefit for preserving vision, a key component of late-life quality.
Evidence
Grade:
A
Score:
8.5
Justification:
Multiple human RCTs confirm its role in increasing macular pigment optical density.
Safety
Score:
2.5
Justification:
Dietary carotenoid with a strong safety profile and no major reported side effects.
Flags
- Often sold in a fixed-ratio formula with lutein and zeaxanthin (e.g., 10:10:2 mg).
Verdict
A well-evidenced, safe intervention for preserving long-term visual health.
Created
2026-04-27T00:51:11.883985Z
Model
Gemini 3.1 Pro (High)
Delivery
Route:
oral
Scope:
- systemic
Indication
Focus:
healthspan
Description:
Meso-zeaxanthin is a carotenoid concentrated in the center of the macula, the part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed central vision. It functions as a powerful antioxidant and filters high...
Typical Protocol
- A common protocol is 10 mg daily, often combined with lutein and zeaxanthin.