MacuGuard

Life Extension · Softgel Capsule · On market

Matched compounds

Compound	Form	Tier	Amount
Astaxanthin	Natural esterified astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis algae extract	Unrated	6 mg
Lutein	Lutein Esters (marigold-derived)	Tier 1	in blend (undisclosed)
Zeaxanthin	Meso-Zeaxanthin	Tier 2	in blend (undisclosed)
Zeaxanthin	Trans-Zeaxanthin (dietary isomer)	Unrated	in blend (undisclosed)

How these doses compare

Astaxanthin: 6 mg per serving — higher than 82% of 952 on-market products declaring it (market median 0.5 mg).

Per serving as declared; serving sizes and daily directions differ between products.

Excipients

Beeswax
Gelatin
Medium Chain Triglycerides
Olive Oil
Safflower Oil
Soy Lecithin
Water

Label statements

other: Ocular Support With Astaxanthin
claim: Scan for product info
other: Read the entire label and follow the directions carefully prior to use. DIRECTIONS: Take one (1) softgel daily with or without food, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.
claim: Based on scientific studies, this formula is enhanced with phospholipids to increase lutein absorption.*
warning: WARNINGS: ~ KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
warning: ~ DO NOT EXCEED RECOMMENDED DOSE. ~ Do not purchase if outer seal is broken or damaged.
warning: ~ When using nutritional supplements, please consult with your physician if you are undergoing treatment for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or lactating.
other: *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
other: LuteinPlus and Mz are registered trademarks of Nutriproducts Ltd., UK, licensed under U.S. Patents 6,218,436 and 6,329,432.
other: Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place.
other: Carotenoid Blend of Zeaxanthin, Lutein, C3G, Meso-Zeaxanthin plus Astaxanthin
identity: Dietary Supplement
other: Contains soybeans.
warning: Contains soybeans.
claim: To report a serious adverse event or obtain product information, contact 1-866-280-2852.

Sibling formulas (Formula Twins)

Astaxanthin 6 mg (Designs for Health)
Astaxanthin 6 mg (Terry Naturally)
MacuGuard Ocular Support with Saffron & Astaxanthin (Life Extension)
Astaxanthin 6 mg (Wonder Laboratories)
Astaxanthin 6 mg (Healthy Directions)
Astaxanthin 6 mg (DC)
Astaxanthin 6 mg (DC)
Astaxanthin 6 mg (DC)
Astaxanthin 6 mg (Healthy Directions)

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Label facts as declared by the manufacturer to the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD), not independently lab-tested. This page reports what the label says; it does not rate, score, or recommend this product.