ALCON LAUNCHING TOTAL30 THIS MONTH

Alcon recently announced plans to launch Total30, the first monthly replacement, Water Gradient lens, that the company says feels like nothing, even on day 30. Featuring Alcon’s proprietary Water Gradient material first introduced with Dailies Total1 contact lenses, Total30 provides a reusable lens that approaches 100% water at the surface, so all that touches the eye is a gentle cushion of moisture, according to the company.

The reusable, Water Gradient design of Total30 is made possible by the introduction of new biomimetic Celligent Technology, which Alcon says combines a biomimetic surface and a unique lens chemistry to help resist bacteria and lipid deposits. The lens features an inherently lubricous surface that is as soft as the human cornea, according to the company. Alcon says that the Water Gradient surface of Total30 is durable and remains intact during a full month of wear with daily cleaning, disinfecting, and storing. The lens is compatible with all lens care solutions, according to the company.

Total30 is manufactured in lehfilcon A, which has a core water content of 55%, a surface water content of ~100%, a core modulus of 0.6MPa, a surface modulus of 0.046MPa, and a reported Dk/t of 154 @ –3.00D. Parameters include 8.4mm base curve, 14.2mm diameter, and sphere powers of +8.00D to +6.50D (0.50D steps), +6.00D to +0.25D (0.25D steps), –0.25D to –8.00D (0.25D steps), and –8.50D to –12.00D (0.50D steps). It has a center thickness of 0.09mm at –3.00D, Class I UV absorption, and HEVL filtration. Total30 sphere will be commercially available in the United States beginning this month. In Europe, Total30 will be rolled out to a limited number of countries in 2021, with full commercial availability in early 2022. Call (800) 241-5999 or visit https://professional.myalcon.com . ■

OASIS TEARS PF PLUS PRESERVATIVE-FREE LUBRICANT EYE DROPS IN MULTIDOSE BOTTLE

Oasis Medical Inc. has launched Oasis Tears PF Plus preservative-free lubricant eye drops in a 10mL ophthalmic multiuse bottle that the company says prevents contamination through the use of a patented closing tip, valve, and air venting system that prevents microbial entry into the bottle. This proprietary system keeps Oasis Tears PF Plus sterile for up to 90 days after opening, according to the company. Oasis Medical says that its brand of Oasis Tears eye drops delivers instant relief to dry eyes with its adherence and viscoadaptive qualities.

Oasis Medical is bringing the Oasis Tears PF Plus Preservative Free bottle to practitioners nationwide both for in-practice solutions and through the recently introduced My Oasis platform. Call (844) 820-8940 or visit www.oasismedical.com . ■

OCULUS RECEIVES FDA CLEARANCE FOR OCULUS MYOPIA MASTER

Oculus recently announced that its new Oculus Myopia Master has received the 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The Oculus Myopia Master offers a combination of three measurements: axial length, refraction values, and the central corneal radii.

Oculus says that the quick, contactless, and extremely accurate measurement method for axial length is not influenced by the accommodation status of the eye and delivers reproducible results. In addition, the Myopia Master saves space and can be mounted on a workstation or an ophthalmic table, according to the company. The software is operated directly via the inbuilt display. Call (888) 284-8004, visit www.myopia-master.com/us , or contact your local Oculus representative. ■

B+L LAUNCHES TWO PRESERVATIVE-FREE PRODUCTS FOR IRRITATED, DRY EYES

Bausch + Lomb announced the U.S. launch of Biotrue Hydration Boost Lubricant Eye Drops and Biotrue Micellar Eyelid Cleansing Wipes. Both products are preservative-free and uniquely formulated with naturally inspired ingredients to relieve symptoms associated with irritated, dry eyes, according to the company. B+L says that the two products are designed to help relieve dry, digital-device-weary eyes.

Biotrue Hydration Boost Lubricant Eye Drops, which can be used while wearing soft lenses, provide instant moisture and relief for irritated, dry eyes and help maintain ocular surface homeostasis, according to the company. B+L says that these eye drops are pH-balanced to match healthy tears, with ingredients that include an electrolyte (a component of natural, healthy tears), an antioxidant to protect against free radicals, and hyaluronan (HA), a moisturizer found naturally in tears.

B+L says that it developed Biotrue Micellar Eyelid Cleansing Wipes to gently cleanse and hydrate the eyelid area to help eyes feel more comfortable. The cleansing wipes are formulated with ingredients that include HA and an electrolyte as well as a micellar cleanser comprised of a naturally derived surfactant for gentle cleansing, aloe, licorice, and dandelion root extract, which are naturally soothing, according to B+L.

Both products are available for purchase in the eyecare aisle or online at most national retailers, including Walgreens, CVS, Walmart, Target, Rite Aid, and Amazon. Visit www.biotrue.com . ■