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Research is progressing to clarify the relationship between glaucoma and ocular blood flow. Let's take a closer look at what we've learned so far.
The back of our eye (posterior segment) is home to a large number of blood vessels.
Studies have reported that the more advanced the glaucoma, the lower the blood flow in the posterior segment of the eye.
blood flow in the posterior segment of the eye
(Illustrative diagram)
Agents that improve blood flow to the optic nerve head and retina in the posterior segment of the eye are attracting attention as they may become a groundbreaking treatment in the future.
A research group from Tohoku University and Rohto Pharmaceutical has discovered FlowGinger®, which may improve blood flow in the posterior segment of the eye.
Ginger is known as a warming food. It's a health food that's popular with people who suffer from cold hands and feet, often enjoyed as ginger tea in winter.
FloGinger® is an extract derived from red ginger, which originates from Indonesia, Malaysia, and other regions.
Red ginger, a type of ginger, is commonly eaten in Indonesia and other countries.
The reason for the reddish-purple color is...
anthocyaninsTannin
A type of polyphenol
A joint research project between Tohoku University and Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. has suggested that FloGinger® is effective in improving blood flow in the posterior segment of the eye. The effects of FloGinger® on vasodilatory factors have been confirmed when added to human retinal capillary endothelial cells.
Test Method: Human retinal vascular endothelial cells were treated with 0.001% FloGinger® to evaluate its effect on vasodilatory factors. The control group without FloGinger® was set to 1 for comparison. (Data from the Department of Ophthalmology, Tohoku University School of Medicine)
To detect glaucoma,I went to see an ophthalmologist.Fundus examination * etc.You need to.Without fundus examinationA health checkup alone is insufficient.If you have any concerns about your eyes,Consult an ophthalmologist.
*Using a camera, etc., the blood vessels at the back of the eye,Examination to check the retina, optic nerve, etc.