Amiclair Weekly Enzymatic Protein Remover Contact Lens Cleaning Tablets (Refill Pack 24 Tablets)

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These products are safe and FDA-approved, or they couldn't be sold. But there are potential problems. Sometimes private label products are made from older formulations, which don't offer the same advantages as newer products.

While cleaning them does remove some protein, it can still build up on your lenses and make them uncomfortable. That's why the longer you wear lenses before replacing them, the more likely you are to need a protein remover. But here's a bigger problem: As you know, you shouldn't switch products without consulting your doctor to make sure the new solution is compatible with your lenses. Let's say that you buy a bottle of Store-brand X, bring it to your doctor, and he gives you the OK. You use the product, and everything is dandy. A preservative called thimerosal was found to cause problems in about 10 percent of patients, so most brands do not use it nowadays. Thimerosal-free saline is usually marked "for sensitive eyes." Increased Risk of Infection: The accumulated proteins can serve as a breeding ground for bacteria, increasing the risk of eye infections.The latest approach to limiting protein-binding to lens surfaces is the application of methods of plasma polymerization, a modification of the surface layer of the lens at the molecular level. The resulting impact on ionization of the lens surface affects both wettability and deposit resistance. Variations of this technique are employed to improve the surface characteristics of CIBA Vision"s Focus Night & Day and Bausch & Lomb"s PureVision silicone hydrogel lenses. Solutions that do not include an enzyme are formulated to contain other elements that help to remove protein and prevent it from binding to lens surfaces. Some lens holders for hydrogen peroxide systems have a built-in neutralizer (to convert the hydrogen peroxide to water, so it doesn't sting your eyes), but with others you need to add a neutralizing tablet.

The instructions for the devices are all a little different. In general, you first rinse the lenses, using either saline or multipurpose solution as directed. One brand requires rubbing with the saline, but most are no-rub. Proteins are naturally occurring molecules in our bodies, and they play a crucial role in the normal functioning of the human eye. Tears, for instance, contain numerous proteins that help protect and lubricate the eyes, maintaining overall eye health.

Never touch solution bottle tips to any surface, including your body: this can cause contamination of the solution. C ontact lenses become coated with a protein-rich film soon after being placed on the eye. In the short term, this improves wettability and reduces friction, making lenses more comfortable. Over time, the protein (mostly lysozyme) can denature and firmly adhere to the lens surface. Bound protein can decrease comfort and vision, and in some cases precipitate a giant papillary conjunctivitis. Store your lenses in a clean case with fresh disinfecting solution, and replace the case every three months. Daily protein remover also removes protein from your lenses, but it's in liquid form and you use it daily. You use it during disinfection with multipurpose solution. Reduced Visual Acuity: Protein buildup can obscure the lens, leading to blurriness or reduced vision.