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Menicon Introduces Unique pH Travel Pack

Menicon America Inc. has announced that Unique pH is now available in a travel size. The Menicon Unique pH Travel Pack contains a two-fluid-ounce (60mL) bottle of Unique pH and a lens case.

UNIQUE PH IS NOW AVAILABLE IN A NEW TRAVEL SIZE.

The Travel Pack features a new bottle incorporating the latest in Blow-Fill-Seal technology, which the company says is widely considered to be a superior form of packaging for pharmaceutical and healthcare products. The bottle’s dropper tip is sealed, providing an extra measure of safety while also preventing unopened bottles from accidentally leaking in transit. Screwing the cap clockwise as far as it will go pierces its seal. Unscrew conventionally in the counter clockwise direction.

The Unique pH Travel Pack is available to patients through the Menicon WebStore. Call (800) MENICON or visit info.meniconamerica.com.

New Supplement Based on AREDS 2 Formula

Bausch + Lomb (B+L) has introduction a new PreserVision AREDS 2 Formula eye vitamin and mineral supplement, the first and only commercially available supplement in the United States that exactly matches the updated formula based on the latest clinical evidence from the National Eye Institute (NEI) Age-Related Eye Disease Study 2 (AREDS 2), according to the company.

The daily dose of new PreserVision AREDS 2 Formula provides the same levels of all six clinically proven nutrients as the NEI-supported formula: vitamin C (500mg), vitamin E (400 IU), lutein (10mg)/zeaxanthin (2mg), zinc (80mg zinc oxide), and copper (2mg cupric oxide).

B+L introduced a PreserVision AREDS 2 Formula that included lutein, zeaxanthin, and 1,000mg of omega-3 fatty acids in 2010, reflecting existing evidence of potential benefit for these nutrients that also formed the rationale for the AREDS 2 protocol. When the AREDS 2 findings were published, Bausch + Lomb confirmed its intention to reformulate PreserVision AREDS 2 to match the updated recommendation. The reformulated product is available at food, drug, and mass retailers throughout the United States. Call (800) 828-9030 or visit www.bausch.com.

B+L HAS UPDATED ITS PRESERVISION AREDS 2 FORMULA.

Dry Eye Supplements Introduced

OcuSoft, Inc. has introduced Retaine OM3 and Retaine Flax. OcuSoft says that its Retaine Supplements contain a unique blend of omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids, which have been reported to reduce inflammation associated with dry eye.

THE ESSENTIAL FATTY ACIDS IN OCUSOFT’S RETAINE SUPPLEMENTS MAY LESSEN DRY EYE.

Retaine OM3 contains eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), 800mg and 400mg per serving, respectively, while Retaine Flax contains flax seed oil, which the company says makes it ideal for individuals who cannot tolerate fish oil-based supplements. Call (800) 233-5469 or visit www.ocusoft.com.

Non-Prescription Lash Enhancer Enters Market

MediNiche, Inc. has introduced Lash Advance, the first non-prescription lash product targeted to eyecare professionals that provides a natural, affordable cosmeceutical for those who desire healthier lashes and brows, according to the company.

Lash Advance is formulated with natural ingredients that help lashes recover from environmental, chemical, and physical damage by hydrating, improving flexibility, and minimizing breakage. With regular use, lashes return to a healthy state in as little as two weeks, according to the company. Lash Advance does not contain drugs, parabens, petroleum products, propylene glycol, fragrances, or colorants. Call (888) 325-2395 or visit www.mediniche.com