Part Number: PIB01018
Page 10 of 15
Revision B
Revision Date: January 2018
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Use the recommended system of lens care and carefully follow instructions on solution labeling. Different
solutions cannot always be used together, and not all solutions are safe for use with all lenses. Do not
alternate or mix lens care systems unless indicated on solution labeling.
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Always remove, clean, rinse and enzyme (as recommended by the eye care practitioner) and disinfect
lenses according to the schedule prescribed by the eye care practitioner. The use of an enzyme or any
cleaning solution does not substitute for disinfection.
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Do not use saliva or anything other than the recommended solutions for lubricating or rewetting lenses. Do
not put lenses in the mouth.
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Never rinse your lenses in water from the tap. There are two (2) reasons for this:
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Tap water contains many impurities that can contaminate or damage your lenses and may lead to
eye infection or injury.
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Your might lose the lens down the drain.
Your eye care practitioner should recommend a care system that is appropriate for your Vertex,
Vertex Toric, or Vertex Toric XR contact lenses. Each lens care product contains specific
directions for use and important safety information, which you should read and carefully follow.
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NOTE: Some solutions may have more than one function, which will be indicated on the label. Read the
label on the solution bottle, and follow instructions.
Cleaning
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Clean one lens first (always the same lens first to avoid mixups), rinse the lens thoroughly with
recommended saline or disinfecting solution to remove the cleaning solution, mucus and film from the lens
surface. Follow the instructions provided in the cleaning solution labeling. Put that lens into the correct
chamber of the lens storage case. Then repeat the procedure for the second lens.
Disinfecting (Chemical – Not Heat)
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Disinfect the lenses after cleaning, using the system recommended by your eye care practitioner or lens
manufacturer. Follow the instructions provided in the disinfection solution labeling.
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Your contact lenses cannot be heat (thermally) disinfected.
Storing:
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To store the lenses, disinfect and leave then in the closed case until ready to wear. Lenses stored longer
than 12 hours may require cleaning, rinsing and disinfection again before use. You should consult the
package insert or your eye care practitioner for information n storage of your lenses.
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After removing your lenses from the lens case, empty and rinse the lens storage case with solutions(s)
recommended by the lens case manufacturer; then allow the lens case to air dry. When the lens case is
used again, refill it with fresh storage solution. Replace the lens case at regular intervals.
Lubricating / Rewetting:
