Is Air Optix Night and Day discontinued?
The Air Optix Night and Day Aqua soft contact lenses have replaced Focus Night and Day lenses which were discontinued on March 16, 2009. The primary benefit to patients that use the “new and improved” Air Optix Night & Day Aqua lenses is that they offer better comfort than the predecessor lenses (Focus Night & Day).
When did Air Optix Night and Day come out?
Available since March 2009, Air Optix Night and Day Aqua is the successor of the popular CIBA Vision Day and Night. With one of the highest Dk/t values in the market (Air Optix Night & Day has an oxygen transmissibility value of 174) these lenses are destined to re-shape the silicone hydrogel lens market.
Are O2 Optix discontinued?
Is O2 Optix discontinued? No, O2 Optix contacts have not been discontinued by Alcon. They continue to be produced, marketed, and sold on Lens.com.
How long can you wear night and day contacts?
NIGHT & DAY contact lenses can be worn continuously for up to 30 nights and days. NIGHT & DAY allows up to 6x more oxygen to your eyes than the leading soft contact lenses.
What is the difference between Air Optix Aqua and night and day?
With the same silicone hydrogel material (Lotrafilcon B), an aspherical lens design, and the same wetting agents, the lenses are quite similar. However, Air Optix Night and Day are approved for an extended wearing schedule of up to 30 days.
Are Air Optix for Astigmatism discontinued?
This product has been discontinued. Alcon recommends an upgrade to Air Optix plus Hydraglyde for Astigmatism contact lenses that are compatible with your current product. There is no refit required.
Can you go blind from sleeping in contacts?
Sleeping in contacts that are meant for daily wear can lead to infections, corneal ulcers, and other health problems that can cause permanent vision loss.
Is it safe to sleep in night and day contacts?
Because NIGHT & DAY contacts are so breathable, they can be worn continuously for up to 30 nights, even while sleeping. No more fumbling around for glasses in the morning or having to deal with the usual hassles of soft contact lenses.
Can I wear Air Optix night and day if I have an astigmatism?
Important information for AIR OPTIX® AQUA (lotrafilcon B) contact lenses: For daily wear or up to 6 nights extended wear for near/far-sightedness, astigmatism and/or presbyopia. Risk of serious eye problems (i.e., corneal ulcer) is greater for extended wear. In rare cases, loss of vision may result.
Do they make day and night contacts for astigmatism?
AIR OPTIX for ASTIGMATISM lenses are approved for daily wear and up to 6 nights of extended wear, and are recommended for monthly replacement.
What happens if I accidentally wear my contacts in the shower?
Shower water can cause soft contact lenses to change shape, swell, and even stick to the eye. This is pretty uncomfortable, and can scratch the cornea, which makes it easier for germs to enter the eye and cause infection.
What if I accidentally slept with my contacts in?
What Happens If You Sleep With Contacts In? When you sleep with contacts in, your risk of an eye infection increases significantly. In serious cases, these infections can cause permanent corneal damage and vision loss.
Are day and night lenses safe?
But many patients can safely sleep in night and day contacts because they’re thinner than daily wear contacts and they’re typically made of silicone hydrogel, a material that allows more oxygen to reach your corneas. However, extended-wear contacts may increase your risk of some problems.
How long can you wear day and night contacts?
AIR OPTIX ® NIGHT & DAY ® AQUA contact lenses are FDA-approved for up to 30 days and nights of continuous wear to let you fall asleep and wake up to comfortable, clear vision.
Why do I see halos around lights with my contacts?
When light bends as it enters your eye — called diffraction — your eyes perceive that halo effect. This can be caused by a number of different things. Sometimes it’s a response to bright lights, especially if you wear glasses or contact lenses to correct nearsightedness, farsightedness or astigmatism.
Can you wear contacts in the military?
Because of the risk of infection, contacts are not allowed in the field or downrange, but Soldiers need to know how to use them properly even in garrison to mitigate the risk of temporary or permanent damage, Gutierrez said. “Listen to your eye-care provider,” he said.
Can you take a 20 minute nap with contacts?
It’s a common question asked by nap lovers. Eye doctors say it’s not a great idea to sleep while wearing contacts. Even napping with contact lenses in your eyes can lead to irritation or damage. When you sleep with your contacts in, your corneas can’t get the oxygen they need to fight off germs.
Do contacts weaken your eyes?
The answer to this question is a pretty simple no. Contact lenses are a perfectly healthy option for those suffering from all kinds of visual impairments, no matter how old or young they might be.