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Meso-Z Vision Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Patient One 1 MediNutritionals

Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Most serious interaction: Moderate
The interaction bottom line Most serious interaction: Moderate

Meso-Z Vision is a dietary supplement by Patient One 1 MediNutritionals with 2 active ingredients. Its ingredients are commonly taken for eye health, age-related macular degeneration, cataract prevention.Based on those ingredients, 86 medications have a known interaction with it, the most serious rated moderate. The ingredients most likely to interact are Zeaxanthin Isomers. Use the checker below to test your specific medication, or read the full HelloPharmacist Interaction Report.

HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Meso-Z Vision by Patient One 1 MediNutritionals

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 2 of its 2 active ingredients.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product has 2 active ingredients: lutein and zeaxanthin isomers, both carotenoids that concentrate in the eye, especially the macula — the center of your vision. The capsule also contains inactive ingredients (rice flour, vegetable cellulose, and leucine) that serve as filler and binding material.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: Eye health and macular support.
  • We looked for evidence on: Age-related macular degeneration (AMD), Asthenopia (eye strain), Cataracts, Central serous retinopathy, Choroideremia, Diabetic retinopathy — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Lutein is rated "Possibly Effective" for Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Lutein is rated "Possibly Effective" for Cataracts.
  • Also on file: Zeaxanthin is rated "Possibly Effective" for Age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

Lutein is possibly effective for age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts, but the evidence for other conditions — retinitis pigmentosa, necrotizing enterocolitis, retinopathy of prematurity, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia — rates as possibly ineffective. Zeaxanthin isomers are also possibly effective for AMD.

For age-related cognitive decline, Alzheimer disease, asthma, breast cancer, and bronchopulmonary dysplasia, we don't have enough reliable evidence to rate them one way or the other.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Lutein Zeaxanthin

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 2 matched ingredients.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 2 of 2.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 2 of 2.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Both lutein and zeaxanthin are rated likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. Lutein at typical doses — including up to 20 mg daily in trials — has been generally well tolerated with no reported adverse effects.

Zeaxanthin is also generally well tolerated at typical supplement amounts. That said, the safety data on lutein and zeaxanthin supplements (not food sources) during pregnancy or breastfeeding isn't extensive, so talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing, so you can weigh what's right for you.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Lutein Zeaxanthin

Meds to double-check

Moderate interaction found
Known Interaction Concern · database check
Moderate identified

The most serious documented interaction for these ingredients is Moderate. Check your medications for a personalized result.

Why this rating?
  • 1 of the 2 matched ingredients can interact with medications — Zeaxanthin.
  • The most serious interaction on file is rated Moderate.
  • Some involve high-stakes drug classes: diabetes medications.
  • For scale: 86 individual medications appear in the full list. A big number alone doesn't make a product dangerous — what matters is whether YOUR medication is on it, so run yours through the interaction checker on this page.

If you're taking antidiabetes drugs (like metformin, insulin, or sulfonylureas), double-check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting this product — zeaxanthin may increase the risk of low blood sugar. No other medication interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check.

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The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. Moderate medication interactions have been identified, and safety information is well characterized.

Meso-Z Vision is aimed at supporting eye health, especially for AMD. It's generally well tolerated and safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

If you take diabetes medication, check with your doctor or pharmacist before starting, since zeaxanthin may theoretically lower blood sugar. For any other medications you're on, use the interaction checker on this page.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 2 of 2 active ingredients matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated May 22, 2021.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Meso-Z Vision, straight from the product label.

Brand Patient One 1 MediNutritionals
Barcode (UPC) 853959004953
Net contents 30 Vegetable Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD May 22, 2021
DSLD ID 249322
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Vegetarian, Adult (18 - 50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Meso-Z Vision by Patient One 1 MediNutritionals, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
853959004953
IngredientAmount% DV
Lutein20 mg--
Zeaxanthin Isomers4 mg--

Other ingredients: Rice Flour, Vegetable Cellulose, Leucine

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Label statements
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Formulation

Vegetarian

Gluten Free Non-GMO Free of: milk, egg, fish, peanuts, crustacean shellfish, soy, tree nuts, wheat, yeast and gluten. Free of ingredients derived from GMOs.

Blue-light filtering and macular support formula

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Take 1 capsule 1-2 times daily as a dietary supplement, preferably with a meal, or as directed by your health practitioner.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Precautions

Caution: If you are pregnant, nursing, or taking any medications, consult your health practitioner before use.

Discontinue use and consult health practitioner if any adverse reactions occur.

Keep out of reach of children.

Use only if safety seal is intact.

General Statements

BPA Free

Exclusive Professional Formulas

FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Meso-Z Vision by Patient One 1 MediNutritionals label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Meso-Z Vision by Patient One 1 MediNutritionals

These are the 2 active ingredients this product is made of. Select any to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Most supplement products combine several ingredients, and a medication can interact with the product through any one of them. Each ingredient below shows whether it has known drug interactions.

Lutein

No known
interactions
20 mg per serving Form: Tagetes erecta

Lutein is a plant-based antioxidant pigment that concentrates in the eye, and the best evidence suggests it (often combined with zeaxanthin) may help...

Lutein monograph & interactions

Zeaxanthin Isomers

Interacts with
86 drugs
4 mg per serving Form: Meso-Zeaxanthin, RR-Zeaxanthin, Tagetes erecta

Zeaxanthin is a carotenoid pigment that, along with lutein, concentrates in the macula of the eye and may help support long-term eye health. The stron...

Zeaxanthin Isomers monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Rice Flour, Vegetable Cellulose, Leucine. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Meso-Z Vision by Patient One 1 MediNutritionals Drug Interactions

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86 Moderate

Ingredients driving the most interactions

Each ingredient & the kinds of drugs it affects

For each ingredient in Meso-Z Vision with known interactions, here are the types of medications it can affect. Open any type for the detail — or search your exact drug in the checker above.

Zeaxanthin Isomers1 drug type · 86 drugs

Antidiabetes Drugs

Theoretically, taking zeaxanthin with antidiabetes drugs might increase the risk of hypoglycemia.
In an animal diabetic model, zeaxanthin has hypoglycemic effects. However, population research has found that increasing intake of dietary zeaxanthin plus lutein does not decrease the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Likelihood Possible Evidence D
The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Meso-Z Vision, from the product label.

Patient One 1 MediNutritionals

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Name
MediNutritionals Research LLC
City
Hauppage
State
NY
ZipCode
11788
Phone Number
(631) 390-9669
Web Address
patientoneformulas.com
Pharmacist Counseling Corner

Meso-Z Vision by Patient One 1 MediNutritionals: Common Questions

Does Meso-Z Vision by Patient One 1 MediNutritionals interact with any medications?
Yes. Based on its ingredients, Meso-Z Vision has a known interaction with 86 medications. Use the checker to see how it interacts with a specific drug.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Meso-Z Vision contains 2 active ingredients, and an interaction can come from any of them. We check every ingredient, combine the results into one list per medication, and show which ingredient and mechanism is responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Is it safe to take this while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Both lutein and zeaxanthin are rated likely safe in pregnancy and lactation. However, long-term safety data on supplement doses — as opposed to food sources — isn't extensive, so talk with your doctor or pharmacist to make sure it fits your personal situation.
What does lutein do?
Lutein is a carotenoid that builds up in your macula, the central part of your retina responsible for sharp vision. It's possibly effective for age-related macular degeneration and cataracts.
What about zeaxanthin?
Zeaxanthin is another carotenoid that concentrates in the eye alongside lutein. It's also possibly effective for AMD. The one thing to watch: if you take diabetes medication, zeaxanthin may theoretically increase your risk of low blood sugar, so check with your doctor first.
What are the inactive ingredients?
The capsule contains rice flour, vegetable cellulose, and leucine — all common filler and binding materials that aren't the active part of the supplement.
Has lutein been tested for side effects?
Yes. In trials, lutein doses up to 20 mg daily have been generally well tolerated with no reported adverse effects.

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Sources & How We Checked

Meso-Z Vision's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

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The 6 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Lutein 2 references
  1. Brown L, Rimm EB, Seddon JM, et al. A prospective study of carotenoid intake and risk of cataract extraction in US men. Am J Clin Nutr 1999;70:517-24. PubMed
  2. Chasan-Taber L, Willett WC, Seddon JM, et al. A prospective study of carotenoid and vitamin A intakes and risk of cataract extraction in US women. Am J Clin Nutr 1999;70:509-16. PubMed

See these in context on the Lutein monograph →

Zeaxanthin 4 references
  1. Montonen J, Knekt P, Jarvinen R, Reunanen A. Dietary antioxidant intake and risk of type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Care 2004;27:362-6. PubMed
  2. Leermakers ET, Darweesh SK, Baena CP, et al. The effects of lutein on cardiometabolic health across the life course: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Am J Clin Nutr 2016;103(2):481-94. PubMed
  3. Kou L, Du M, Zhang C, Dai Z, Li X, Zhang B. The Hypoglycemic, Hypolipidemic, and Anti-Diabetic Nephritic Activities of Zeaxanthin in Diet-Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Sprague Dawley Rats. Appl Biochem Biotechnol 2017;182(3):944-955. PubMed
  4. Xu X, Zhao X, Berde Y, Low YL, Kuchan MJ. Milk and Plasma Lutein and Zeaxanthin Concentrations in Chinese Breast-Feeding Mother-Infant Dyads With Healthy Maternal Fruit and Vegetable Intake. J Am Coll Nutr 2019;38(2):179-184. PubMed

See these in context on the Zeaxanthin monograph →

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