iGenics vs AREDS2: Similar Ingredients Don’t Mean Identical Evidence
The cleanest comparison begins with a distinction: AREDS2 is a clinical research program with a specific tested formulation; iGenics is a commercial supplement whose manufacturer says it includes AREDS2 ingredients plus other nutrients.
The AREDS2 benchmark
| Ingredient | NEI AREDS2 amount | iGenics status we can verify from current manufacturer page |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C | 500 mg | Highlighted as included |
| Vitamin E | 400 IU | Highlighted as included |
| Copper | 2 mg | Highlighted as included |
| Zinc | 80 mg | Highlighted as included |
| Lutein | 10 mg | Highlighted as included |
| Zeaxanthin | 2 mg | Highlighted as included |
The current text version of the manufacturer page we reviewed does not expose every Supplement Facts amount. We therefore do not claim dose-for-dose equivalence.
Which evidence transfers?
Evidence that the AREDS2 formulation can slow progression in certain people with AMD does not automatically establish that every supplement containing those ingredient names has the same effect. NEI specifically says it cannot comment on the safety or effectiveness of particular commercial brands.
Decision rule
If your eye-care professional has specifically recommended an AREDS2 formula, compare the complete Supplement Facts panel with the exact NEI formula rather than relying on front-label wording.
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