The medication “Vitrum Vision Forte” is a multivitamin and mineral complex with the presence of plant components. It contains lutein, zeaxanthin and blueberry anthocyanosides necessary for the body. The medicine is used for the prevention and treatment of vision pathologies.
Thomas release and composition
The Vitrum Vision Forte medication is made in the form of oval-shaped tablets and coated with a light beige shell.
This vitamin product is available in 15, 12, 10 or tablets in blisters made of PVC or aluminum foil. A carton may contain from one to six blisters and an abstract.
According to the instructions, “Vitrum Vision Fort” is also produced in plastic bottles with a lid, in which 130, 120, 100, 60 or 30 tablets are packaged. Vials along with annotations are also placed in cardboard packaging. The drug has a slight specific odor.
Compared with the usual form of the Vitrum Vision medication, it has a richer complex of minerals and vitamins, as well as a higher content of the main active elements, which are so necessary for normal functioning of the human body. The composition of these tablets includes the following substances:
- lutein;
- blueberry extract;
- zeaxanthin;
- beta carotene (vitamin A);
- ascorbic acid (vitamin C);
- vitamin B2;
- Vitamin E
- zinc;
- routine;
- selenium.
In addition to the above beneficial elements, the composition of this medicine includes the following additional ingredients:
- silica;
- magnesium stearate;
- cellulose;
- propylene glycol;
- sodium;
- polyethylene glycol;
- calcium;
- stearic acid;
- titanium dioxide.
Pharmacological properties
"Vitrum Vision Fort" is prescribed for the lack of certain vitamins and minerals in the body. The effect of the drug is determined by the substances present in its composition: vitamins, plant components, minerals and other useful components.
This medicine has a protective and antioxidant effect (protects the eye tissue from free radicals), helps to normalize the metabolism in eye analyzers, strengthens the vascular system of the eyes, increases visual acuity (even in patients with a diagnosis of "complicated myopia"), improves vision in case of excessive loads, normalizes vision in dim lighting.
In addition, this pharmacological agent contributes to the recovery processes during eye trauma, as well as the regeneration of their tissues after surgical procedures.
Indications for use
As indicated by the instructions for use with Vitrum Vision Fort, the list of indications for prescribing this medication includes:
- visual fatigue, which is often accompanied by eye fatigue and pain during prolonged use of the computer, watching TV, wearing contact lenses, reading;
- diabetic retinopathy, which is a deterioration in visual function that occurs in patients with diabetes mellitus;
- varying degrees of myopia;
- dystrophic retinal pathologies (for example, its macular degeneration);
- violation of visual function in the dark (while the medication is used to improve dark adaptation);
- recovery periods after surgical procedures on the eyes or after eye injuries.
Dosage and route of administration
Experts recommend taking Vitrum Vision Fort for vitamins for adults and children after 12 years old, one tablet 2 times a day after eating. The dosage should not be increased unnecessarily, otherwise it can lead to an increased content of active elements in the body.
The course of drug use is on average 3 months. After its completion, on the recommendation of a doctor, after a certain period of time, treatment can be repeated.
Taking this medication during pregnancy and lactation is agreed with a specialist.
Contraindications and side effects
Contraindications to taking the drug include individual intolerance, as well as age under 12 years.
Side effects during treatment may be allergic reactions. With their development, you should consult a doctor. In addition, dyspeptic disorders such as nausea, gastrointestinal disturbances and general weakness can occur.
Drug interaction
Ascorbic acid can slow down the excretion of salicylates, sulfonamides and barbiturates; pyridoxine enhances the decarboxylation of levodopa in the peripheral tissue. Cardiac glycosides increase the likelihood of developing hypercalcemia provoked by colecalciferol. Phenytoin accelerates the metabolism of colecalciferol, slightly reduces its effectiveness. Antiepileptic drugs increase the metabolism and excretion of colecalciferol with bile.
Methotrexate, Pyrimethamine, Trimethoprim, Triamteren, antiepileptic drugs, and Sulfasalazine reduce the absorption of folic acid. Laxatives containing mineral oil and colestyramine reduce the absorption of vitamins A, E and D. Biguanides disrupt the absorption of cyanocobalamin. Fluorouracil, bleomycin, vinblastine and cisplatin interfere with the absorption of vitamins A, B6, B1. Isoniazid and penicillamine reduce the effect of vitamin B1, increase its excretion rate. Isoniazid reduces the effectiveness of pyridoxine. Oral contraceptives increase the concentration of vitamins C and A in the blood and lower folic acid. Non-systemic antacids and tetracycline reduce the absorption of Fe.
Analogs of Vitrum Vision Fort forte
There are no multivitamin complex medicines with a similar composition and the same content of active elements at the moment, however, identical preparations can be considered those that contain the same active substances: anthocyanosides, lutein, zeaxanthin, minerals and vitamins.
There are a lot of such funds that make up for the lack of necessary substances for the eyes and their list includes:
- "Lutein complex";
- “Complivit Ophthalmo”;
- “Blueberry forte with lutein”;
- “Okuvayt Lutein”;
- "Anthocyan Forte";
- Nutroph Total.
Price
The cost of Vitrum Vision Fort for example ranges around 900 rubles per package. It depends on the region and the pharmacy network.
Reviews on this drug
There are relatively few reviews about this medication and they contain very conflicting information. Patients who have been prescribed this medicine, in the complex treatment of various eye diseases, note that it does not have pronounced effectiveness, but it helps to maintain the body in some pathological conditions associated with visual impairment. They did not notice an obvious effect, but experts argue that this remedy is indispensable for the above diseases and should be used in parallel with the main medications.
Some patients, according to reviews about Vitrum Vision Fort, are unhappy with this vitamin complex, and this is due to certain pathological reactions of the body in the form of side effects. In addition, people who left negative reviews about the drug, are dissatisfied with its high cost and are sure that you can buy good vitamins for the eyes at lower prices.