Many people with various vision problems are suffering now. This is due to the frequent use of computers, tablets and phones. Because of this, visual acuity decreases, various ophthalmic pathologies occur. You can cope with them with the help of natural preparations. One of the most frequently recommended remedies for such problems is Myrtilene Forte. This drug based on blueberry extract improves the condition of the retina, prevents dryness and decreased visual acuity.
General characteristics of the drug
Vitamins for the eyes "Mirtilene Forte" are a rather expensive drug. They are available in capsules for oral administration. The price of one package is from 900 to 1500 rubles, depending on the region of Russia. And at least 5 packs are required for the course of treatment, since this is a natural preparation and its effect appears only after some time of regular intake.
This capsule preparation is most often used, but you can also buy Mirtilene Forte drops for the eyes. In this form, the medicine is more effective, faster removes symptoms of irritation and dryness, improves visual acuity.
The effectiveness of the drug is due to its natural composition. The main active ingredient is blueberry extract. In addition, the capsules contain auxiliary components: soybean oil, vegetable fats, iron oxide, glycerin, glucoside and other substances. These are auxiliary components, they do not have any negative effects on the body.
Action taken
The drug "Mirtilene Forte" was created specifically for the treatment of ophthalmic pathologies. Apply it as part of a comprehensive treatment. The feasibility of this is due to the action. Due to its special composition, the drug has the following properties:
- stimulates the regeneration of retinal pigments that are sensitive to light;
- activates the production of rhodopsin, without which the eye cannot adapt to changes in light;
- normalizes blood supply to eye tissues;
- improves visual acuity, especially twilight;
- improves the condition of the retina of the eye, its supply of oxygen.
Indications for use
Ophthalmologists for many patients complaining of discomfort and dry eyes recommend drinking a course of the drug "Mirtilene Forte." The instruction, as indications for use, identifies more pathological cases. Therefore, the drug is also used as part of the complex treatment of such diseases:
- decrease in visual acuity of any degree;
- diabetic retinopathy;
- impaired twilight and night vision, as well as reducing its severity in bright light;
- night blindness;
- muscle asthenopia of the eye ;
- retinal tissue degeneration in atherosclerosis;
- cataracts at the initial stage;
- retinal abiotrophy.
In addition, it is recommended to take these vitamins for those who experience a violation of the clarity of vision, a decrease in its severity, a feeling of pain or sand in the eyes. If there is a deterioration in vision in the dark, increased eye fatigue, dryness or redness after exertion, you need to drink a course of these vitamins. In addition, the drug "Mirtilene Forte" will be for people who wear lenses. After all, their constant wearing can lead to dryness, itching in the eyes due to a violation of the supply of tissue with oxygen.
Contraindications and side effects
Mirtilene Forte is a natural product with low toxicity. Therefore, it can be used by almost everyone. Often it is recommended even for patients with diabetes. Contraindications include only the period of pregnancy and breastfeeding, as some components of the drug can adversely affect the fetus. In addition, studies have not been conducted on the use of the drug in childhood. Therefore, Methylene Forte is prescribed, mainly from the age of 18, but in extreme cases, the doctor may recommend taking it to a teenager from 12 years old if the benefit exceeds the possible harm.
Usually the drug is well tolerated. Only with individual intolerance, the development of allergic reactions is possible. It can be a skin rash, dermatitis, itching, swelling, or headache. In this case, the drug should be discontinued. Overdose cases have also not been described. When taking the medicine in the recommended doses, there are no negative consequences. If an accidental overdose occurs, allergic reactions may occur, which usually go away on their own.
"Mirtilene Forte": instructions for use
You can take this drug either independently or as part of complex therapy in conjunction with other drugs. The dosage for all people is the same, do not increase it in order to achieve the effect faster. Take the drug 1 capsule three times a day. You need to drink capsules after or during meals, drinking plenty of water. The course of admission is a month. If necessary, it can be repeated after a break. It is also worth remembering that neither these nor other vitamins can restore vision or cure serious diseases. They can only slow down the pathological processes. Therefore, it is necessary in serious cases to conduct treatment with stronger drugs.
Analogues of the drug
Recently, herbal remedies have become popular. There are analogues of "Mirtilene Forte." These are preparations containing extracts from blueberries and other plants. But the decision to choose the drug is best discussed with the doctor. The following may be recommended:
- "Anthocyan Forte" is a herbal preparation that prevents various eye pathologies.
- "Blueberry Forte" improves visual acuity and helps with increased stress.
- Okuvayt Lutein is a complex of vitamins and minerals for preserving visual acuity.
- "Ophthalmic" protects the eyes from negative external influences.
- Optio Visio Balance helps with various retinal pathologies.
- "Vitrum Vision" complex means for the eyes.
- Complivit Ophthalmo is a complex of vitamins necessary for maintaining healthy eyes.
Myrtilene Forte: reviews
Usually people who take this drug for a long time working at a computer or with small objects take this drug. They need to not break the clarity of vision, eyes do not get tired. It is from them that the reviews about the drug are mostly positive. They note that the fog that occurs in the eyes in the evenings has disappeared, has passed through pain and dryness. Often also these vitamins are prescribed by doctors to those who complain of a decrease in visual acuity. After all, "Mirtilene Forte" normalizes the blood supply to the tissues of the eye and improves the functional state of the retina. Most of those who have undergone treatment with the drug note an increase in visual acuity, a decrease in fatigue, the disappearance of redness and irritation of the eyes. The only drawback of the drug, many note its high cost, because for the full course of treatment it takes 3-5 packs.