AMD – support in intermediate stage (AREDS2 formula)

People with intermediate AMD confirmed by an ophthalmologist.

adult
eye
AREDS2
Slow progression to advanced AMD

Core stack

AREDS2 formula (antioxidant/mineral complex)
A

Form: standardized combination

Dose: Vitamin C 500 mg, Vitamin E 400 IU, Lutein 10 mg, Zeaxanthin 2 mg, Zinc 80 mg (or 25–80 mg) + Copper 2 mg — once daily

with food

long-term per ophthalmologist

Why: AREDS/AREDS2 reduced progression risk in intermediate AMD; omega-3 added no extra benefit.

Cautions
  • Beta-carotene not advised in smokers (lung cancer risk) — AREDS2 replaces with lutein/zeaxanthin
  • Monitor zinc tolerance (GI)

Not recommended

  • Omega-3 as an add-on to AREDS2 for AMD progression: AREDS2 showed no additional benefit.

Monitoring

  • Ophthalmology follow-ups (retina exam, Amsler grid)
  • Lifestyle: smoking cessation, UV protection

General sources