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Age-related Macular
Degeneration
Frequently Asked Questions
16. What is the AREDS
formulation?
The AREDS formulation is a combination of antioxidants and zinc
that is named for a study conducted by The National Eye Institute
called the Age-Related Eye Disease Study, or AREDS. This study
found that taking a specific high-dose formulation of antioxidants
and zinc significantly reduced the risk of advanced AMD and its
associated vision loss. Slowing AMD's progression from the
intermediate stage to the advanced stage will save many people's
vision.
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