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CooperVision BIOFINITY Patient Information Booklet

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BIOFINITY (comfilcon A)
BIOFINITY Toric (comfilcon A)
BIOFINITY Multifocal (comfilcon A)
SOFT (HYDROPHILIC) CONTACT LENSES
PATIENT INFORMATION BOOKLET
Revised: October 2008
IMPORTANT: This Patient Information Booklet contains important information and instructions. Please
read carefully and keep this information for future use.
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  • Page 1 BIOFINITY (comfilcon A) BIOFINITY Toric (comfilcon A) BIOFINITY Multifocal (comfilcon A) SOFT (HYDROPHILIC) CONTACT LENSES PATIENT INFORMATION BOOKLET Revised: October 2008 IMPORTANT: This Patient Information Booklet contains important information and instructions. Please read carefully and keep this information for future use.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ........................... 3 1.1. BENEFITS ..........................3 1.2. RISKS............................3 WEARING RESTRICTIONS AND INDICATIONS ................4 CONTRAINDICATIONS (REASONS NOT TO USE)................4 WARNINGS ............................5 PRECAUTIONS............................. 5 ADVERSE REACTIONS (PROBLEMS AND WHAT TO DO): ............. 7 7. INSTRUCTIONS FOR LENS HANDLING:……………………………………………………………………8 7.1.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    1. INTRODUCTION The BIOFINITY (comfilcon A) Soft (hydrophilic) Contact Lenses are soft lenses. They are made from a "water-loving" (hydrophilic) material that has the ability to absorb water, making the lens soft and flexible. When used for frequent replacement, your prescriber should recommend a care system that is appropriate for your lens.

  • Page 4: Wearing Restrictions And Indications

    2. WEARING RESTRICTIONS AND INDICATIONS Spherical and Aspherical BIOFINITY (comfilcon A) SPHERE and ASPHERE Soft Contact lenses are indicated for the correction of ametropia (myopia and hyperopia) in aphakic and non-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes in powers from -20.00 to +20.00 diopters. The lenses may be worn by persons who exhibit astigmatism of 2.00 diopters or less that does not interfere with visual acuity.

  • Page 5: Warnings

    4. WARNINGS What You Should Know About Contact Lens Wear: PROBLEMS WITH CONTACT LENSES AND LENS CARE PRODUCTS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THE EYE. Proper use and care of contact lenses and lens care products, including lens cases, are essential for the safe use of these products. Follow your eye care practitioner’s directions and all labeling instructions for proper use of lenses and lens care products.
  • Page 6 Lens Wearing Precautions: • Never wear your lenses beyond the period recommended by your eye care practitioner. • If aerosol products such as hairspray are used while wearing lenses, be careful and keep eyes closed until the spray has settled. •...

  • Page 7: Adverse Reactions (Problems And What To Do)

    6. ADVERSE REACTIONS (PROBLEMS AND WHAT TO DO): Be aware that the following problems may occur when wearing contact lenses: • Your eyes may burn, sting and/or itch or you may experience other eye pain. • Comfort may be less than when the lens was first placed on the eye. •...

  • Page 8: Instructions For Lens Handling

    7. INSTRUCTIONS FOR LENS HANDLING 7.1. Preparing the Lens for Wearing It is essential that you learn and use good hygienic methods in the care and handling of your new lenses. Cleanliness is the first and most important aspect of proper contact lens care. In particular, your hands should be clean and free of any foreign substances when you handle your lenses.

  • Page 9: Handling The Lenses

    7.3. Handling the Lenses • Develop the habit of always working with the right lens first to avoid mix-ups. • Remove the right lens from its storage case and examine it to be sure that it is moist, clean, clear, and free of any nicks or tears. If the lens appears damaged, do not use it. Use a new lens.

  • Page 10: Placing The Lens On The Eye

    7.4. Placing the Lens on the Eye Start with your right eye. Once you have opened the lens package, removed and examined the lens, follow these steps to apply the lens to your eye: a. Place the lens on the tip of your forefinger. BE SURE THE LENS IS CORRECTLY ORIENTED (see Section 7.3 "Handling the Lenses").

  • Page 11: Centering The Lens

    After you have successfully inserted your lenses, you should ask yourself: • How do the lenses feel in my eye? • How do my eyes look? • Do I see well? If your examination shows any problems IMMEDIATELY REMOVE YOUR LENSES AND CONTACT YOUR EYE CARE PRACTITIONER.

  • Page 12: Caring For Your Lenses

    Pinch Method for removing lens: Step 1. Look up; slide the lens to the lower part of the eye using the forefinger. (Fig. E) Step 2. Gently pinch the lens between the thumb and forefinger. (Fig. F) Step 3. Remove the lens. Fig.
  • Page 13 Your practitioner will provide you with instructions and warnings for lens care, handling, cleaning and disinfection. Your eye care practitioner should instruct you about appropriate procedures and products for your use. For safe contact lens wear, you should know and always practice your lens care routine: •...
  • Page 14 Disinfecting (Chemical-Not Heat) • Your contact lenses cannot be heat (thermally) disinfected. • After cleaning, disinfect lenses using the system recommended by your eye care practitioner. Follow the instructions provided in the disinfection solution labeling. • Hydrogen peroxide lens care systems require neutralization. Follow the recommendations on the hydrogen peroxide system labeling.

  • Page 15: Care For A Sticking (Non-Moving) Lens

    8.2. Care for a Sticking (Non-moving) Lens If a lens sticks (stops moving) on your eye, apply a few drops of the recommended lubricating solution. You should wait until the lens begins to move freely on the eye before removing it. If non-movement of the lens continues, you should IMMEDIATELY consult your eye care practitioner.

  • Page 16: Instructions For The Monovision Wearer

    9. INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MONOVISION WEARER Monovision: a treatment technique often prescribed for people age 40 and over who have presbyopia. Presbyopia occurs as part of the natural aging process. The eye’s crystalline lens loses its ability to bring close objects into clear focus. Monovision means wearing a contact lens for near vision on one eye and, if needed, a lens for distance vision on the other eye.

  • Page 17: Possible Failure Modes/Troubleshooting

    10. POSSIBLE FAILURE MODES/TROUBLESHOOTING Failure mode Cause Effect on patient Remedy Non Centered Displacement from rubbing of Uncomfortable See below “Remedy for a Non Lens eye, improper insertion or and blurry vision Centered Lens” removal Sticking Lens Inadequate Blinking Discomfort See below “Remedy for a Sticking Lens”...

  • Page 18: Wearing And Appointment Schedules

    11. WEARING AND APPOINTMENT SCHEDULES Record here the number of hours your eye care practitioner recommends you wear the lenses each day during the adaption period. It is essential that you follow your eyecare practitioner’s directions regarding this important step of building up your wear time.

  • Page 19: Patient Eye/Care Practitioner Information

    EYE CARE PRACTITIONER INFORMATION To aid your ability to reach you eye care practitioner, please record the contact details below. ______________________________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________ Phone: ______________________________________________________________ Use the table below to record the number of hours you wear your lenses each day during the adaptation period.
  • Page 20 Aphakic An eye that does not have its natural lens (example: after cataract surgery). Aspherical contact lens A lens with a curve that is not round, but has different shapes across its surface. Astigmatism A condition where the cornea is not equally curved in all parts of its surface.
  • Page 21 their ability to change focus for different distances (loss of reading vision). Usually becomes significant after age Presbyopic A person with Presbyopia Spherical contact lens A lens with a continuously rounded curve Toric contact lens A lens with two different optical powers at right angles to each other for the correction of astigmatism Ulcerative keratitis An infected corneal ulcer...
  • Page 22 711 North Road Scottsville, NY 14546 Toll Free Number: 1(800) 341-2020 www.coopervision.com The above product information and procedures are suggested by CooperVision Inc.; however, your eye care practitioners may suggest alternative products or procedures that you should follow. Rev. – October 2008...

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