Bilberry extract

Indications

Retinopathy (hypertensive and diabetic), Night blindness, Cataracts, Macular degeneration, Retinitis pigmentosa and Hemorrhagic retinopathy.

Adult Dose

One 160 mg capsule should be taken 2 - 3 times daily or as per the instruction of a physician.

Contra Indications

There is no evidence available on contraindication but it may happen in patients who are hypersensitive to any of its ingredients.

Precautions

There is no evidence available on contraindication but it may happen in patients who are hypersensitive to any of its ingredients.

Pregnancy-Lactation

The safety of Bilberry extract in pregnancy has not been established. Therefore, it should be used during pregnancy only under the supervision of a physician.

Interactions

None known. Very high doses (more than 170 mg anthocyanins daily for 30 - 60 days) may interact with warfarin or other anti-platelet drugs.

Adverse Effects

No known side effects.

Mechanism of Action

Bilberry extract contains anthocyanosides which prevents the break down of rhodopsin & promotes the regeneration of rhodopsin & finally Improves poor vision & Sharps general vision