Medical Condition Cataract

Source:

2009 icd-9-cm diagnosis 366 - cataract

Active Ingredients used for Cataract:

Beta Carotene, Bilberry, Iodine, Riboflavin, Thiamin Vitamin B1, Vitamin A, Vitamin C

Active Ingredient	Uses based on scientific evidence	Grade*
beta-carotene	study results of beta-carotene supplementation for cataract prevention are conflicting. further well-designed clinical trials are needed before a conclusion can be drawn.	c
bilberry (vaccinium myrtillus)	bilberry extract has been used for a number of eye problems, including the prevention of cataract worsening. at this time, there is limited scientific information in this area.	c
iodine (i)	topical iodine solutions, such as povidone-iodine, are used preoperatively to sterilize prior to ophthalmologic procedures. for example, povidone-iodine solution has been studied and used preoperatively for cataract surgery antisepsis.	b
riboflavin (vitamin b2)	it has been suggested that low riboflavin levels may be a risk factor for developing cataracts or that riboflavin supplementation may be beneficial for prevention. additional evidence is needed before a clear conclusion can be drawn.	c
thiamin (thiamine), vitamin b1	preliminary evidence suggests that high dietary thiamin intake may be associated with a decreased risk of cataracts. further evidence is necessary before a firm conclusion can be reached.	c
vitamin a (retinol)	vitamin a has been suggested to prevent cataract formation. carotenoids such as beta-carotene, lutein, and zeaxanthin may decrease the risk of severe cataracts. there is not sufficient evidence to form a clear conclusion at this time.	c
vitamin c (ascorbic acid)	although early population research suggested a reduction in cataract formation among individuals taking vitamin c for at least 10 years, subsequent research found no reduction in the seven-year risk of age-related cataract formation or progression with the use of daily vitamin c.	d

*Key to grades
A: Strong scientific evidence for this use;
B: Good scientific evidence for this use;
C: Unclear scientific evidence for this use;
D: Fair scientific evidence against this use;
F: Strong scientific evidence against this use.