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The following symbols may appear on the labels or cartons This patient instruction guide refers to the following ACUVUE® Brand Contact Lenses which are individually listed in Table 1 below and are of your ACUVUE® Brand Contact Lenses. referenced as such unless stated otherwise. Symbol Definition Symbol...
Contents Introduction As with any contact lens, ACUVUE® Brand Contact Lenses are Introduction ......................medical devices. The ongoing support of your Eye Care Professional Intended use ..................... for regular eye checks is essential to the long-term protection of your health and vision. Wear schedule ....................
Intended use Note: Long term exposure to UV radiation is one of the risk factors ACUVUE® Brand Spherical Contact Lenses are intended for Daily associated with cataracts. Exposure is based on a number of Wear and for the optical correction, myopia (short-sightedness) and factors such as environmental conditions (altitude, geography, hyperopia (longsightedness) in persons with healthy eyes who have cloud cover) and personal factors (extent and nature of outdoor...
Extended Wear • Any active corneal infection (bacterial, fungal, protozoal or viral). ACUVUE® Brand Contact Lenses prescribed for Extended Wear, • If eyes become red or irritated. (greater than 24 hours, including while asleep) as shown in Table 1 may be used continuously for up to 7 days/6 nights and should be For Therapeutic Use, your Eye Care Professional may prescribe discarded upon removal.
• It is recommended that you see your Eye Care Professional • There may be the potential for some temporary harm due to routinely as directed. peripheral infiltrates, peripheral corneal ulcers and corneal erosion. There may be the potential for other physiological •...
The lens packaging If you notice any problems, you should IMMEDIATELY REMOVE YOUR LENS. If the problem or discomfort stops and the lens To open the box, locate the opening flap on the front and pull up appears undamaged, clean and rinse the lens with a recommended to break the seal.
Inserting your lenses Placing the lens on the eye To avoid mix-ups, develop the habit of always inserting the first 1. Remember to start with your lens in your right eye. right eye. Once the lens has been examined and you are Before inserting the lens, check to see that it is a single, moist, clean sure it is not inside out, place lens that is free of any nicks or tears.
Centring the lens Care for a sticking (non-moving) lens Usually, the lens centres itself automatically on the middle of your eye when you insert it and will very rarely be displaced onto the If a lens sticks on your eye, you white of your eye during wear.
Once you have found the lens, When using hydrogen peroxide lens care systems, use ONLY the lens case provided with the hydrogen peroxide care system. This you can remove it by using case is specially designed to neutralise the solution. Failure to use the Pinch Method or any other the specialised case will result in severe stinging, burning, and method recommended by your...
• Put each lens into the correct chamber of the lens storage system Instructions for the presbyopic patient (monovision and and make sure they are completely immersed in the storage multifocal) solution when they are not being worn. If lenses are left out If your Eye Care Professional explains that you require monovision for long periods, they may dry out and become brittle.
Other important information • For healthy comfortable vision, it is important that ACUVUE® Brand Contact Lenses are worn only as prescribed by your Eye Precautions Care Professional. This booklet will act as a reminder of • Before leaving your Eye Care Professional, ensure that you are these instructions.
Summary overview Reporting adverse reactions As with all types of contact lenses, there are basic guidelines which Any adverse reactions experienced whilst wearing ACUVUE® Brand Contact Lenses should be reported to your Eye Care must be followed to protect and enhance your sight: Professional who will then report these direct to the manufacturer.
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YOUR LENSES SHOULD BE REPLACED AS RECOMMENDED BY YOUR EYE CARE PROFESSIONAL. Care regime: Should you have any queries or concerns call your Eye Care Professional. Address and telephone number of your Eye Care Professional: THIS PAGE IS MEANT TO BE KEPT BLANK. Regular visits to your Eye Care Professional are important for clear and healthy eyes.
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Manufactured by: Please refer to carton for site of manufacture. IRELAND Johnson & Johnson Vision Care Inc. Johnson & Johnson Vision Care (Ireland) 7500 Centurion Parkway The National Technology Park Jacksonville, Florida, 32256 Limerick U.S.A. Ireland EU Authorised Representative: AMO Ireland Block B, Liffey Valley Office Campus Quarryvale, Co.
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