Does the expiration date on Contact solution matter?

Does the expiration date on Contact solution matter?

Do not use contact lens solutions that have gone beyond the expiration or discard date. Using your multipurpose solution beyond the discard date could result in contamination of the solution and can lead to severe infection, vision loss, or blindness.

How long can contact lens solution bottle last?

Some solutions are only good for 24 hours of storage while others can store lenses for up to one month. Some soft contact lens multipurpose solutions allow for long-term storage of up to one month in a tightly closed contact lens case.

What happens if you use expired contact lens solution?

If you’ve been using expired solution to clean your contacts, do not rinse them off with water from the tap. Instead, pour out the old solution and replace it with fresh solution. To make sure that the lenses are adequately cleaned and covered with the new solution, rinse the lenses well with the new solution.

How do you know if a contact lens is expired?

The contact lens expiration date is printed on the package and is usually written in mm/yy format. For example, a date of 03/18 means that the contact lens is deemed safe to use until the end of March 2018. Make sure you check before wearing it.

How do you store contact lenses?

Store: If not wearing contact lenses immediately, store them in a closed lens case. Do not store your lenses in simple saline in place of Biotrue multi-purpose solution. Saline solution will not disinfect. Lenses may be stored in the unopened case until ready to wear, up to a maximum of 30 days.

Does lens cleaning fluid expire?

When our Uvex Clear Plus lens cleaning solution is stored properly, under normal storage conditions, nice cool dry area, away from heat, away from sunlight and moisture, also keep from freezing, our solution will last up to 5 years.

Do colored contacts expire?

Colored Contact Lenses can last anywhere from 1 Day to 1 Year after you break the seal. You’ll need to refer to the packaging your contact lenses came in to understand exactly when your colored contacts will expire.

When should I replace my contact lenses?

A disposable pair is intended for at least bi-weekly disposal. Lenses for frequent replacement need to be changed every 1-3 months. You can switch traditional reusable contact lenses around twice yearly, or every 6 months.

How do I find out when my contact lenses expire?

Information that can be found here includes the contact lens brand name, contact lens material, manufacturer name, lens diameter, lens power, the base curve of the lens, lot number, and—most importantly—the expiration date. Can I Wear Expired Lenses?

What happens if you use expired multipurpose contacts?

You should never use multipurpose contact solution past its expiration date. After it expires, the solution becomes contaminated, which increases the risk of developing serious eye infections, vision loss, and even blindness. How long do contacts last in case?

Is it safe to use expired lenses?

The Huffington Post posed the question of expired lens safety to eye doctors representing the American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Optometric Association. The doctors confirmed that you should definitely not use expired lenses.

How long do contact lens prescriptions last?

In 2004, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) passed a law that all contact lens prescriptions expire after one year or as otherwise established by state law, depending on which is greater.