Bausch & Lomb Boston Cleaner User Manual

Original Formula Boston® Cleaner

For Fluoro Silicone Acrylate and Silicone Acrylate Rigid Gas

Permeable Contact Lenses

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

1. Wash hands with mild soap.

2. Rub both sides of the lenses carefully with two to four
(4) drops of Original Formula Boston Cleaner in the
palm of your hand for twenty (20) seconds.

3. Remove all traces of the cleaner by thoroughly rinsing
with fresh tap water.

4. Place lenses in empty lens case and fill with fresh
Boston® Original Formula Conditioning Solution. Soak

lenses for at least four (4) hours (or overnight) before
wearing.

5. Discard solution ninety (90) days after opening. Record
date opened in space provided on bottle label. Note:
When used daily, this solution will be depleted before
ninety (90) days.

• For weekly protein removal, use Boston® ONE STEP
Liquid Enzymatic Cleaner.

• Lens cases should be replaced frequently to avoid
potential microbial contamination and ocular irritation.

IMPORTANT: Please read carefully and keep this
information for future use.

Description:

Original Formula Boston Cleaner is a sterile, concentrated,
homogeneous surfactant solution containing alkyl ether
sulfate and silica gel as cleaning agents, titanium dioxide
and fragrance.

Actions:

Original Formula Boston Cleaner loosens and removes
accumulated film, stubborn deposits and debris which can
impair the wearing comfort of your lenses.

Indications:

Original Formula Boston Cleaner is indicated for use to
clean fluoro silicone acrylate and silicone acrylate rigid
gas permeable contact lenses after each removal and
before conditioning (wetting, soaking, disinfecting).
Contraindications: Do not use this solution if you are
allergic to any ingredient in this product. Not For Use With
Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lenses.

TO HELP ENSURE PROPER USE OF THIS PRODUCT,
BOSTON CLEANER BOTTLES HAVE A RED TIP
TO INDICATE THAT THIS PRODUCT SHOULD NOT BE
PUT INTO THE EYES.

WARNINGS:

This cleaner will irritate your eyes unless removed from
lenses by thorough rinsing. IF INSTILLED INTO THE

EYES, IMMEDIATELY REMOVE LENSES AND FLUSH
EYES WITH FRESH TAP WATER UNTIL CLEANER IS
THOROUGHLY REMOVED FROM THE EYES.

Keep bottle tightly closed when not in use. Contact lenses
and solutions, if not handled properly, can become
contaminated by common bacteria known to cause ocular

infections. Serious damage to the eye and loss of vision
may result from using contaminated solutions or from
wearing contaminated or damaged contact lenses.

PROBLEMS WITH CONTACT LENSES AND LENS CARE
PRODUCTS COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY TO THE
EYES. It is essential that you follow your eye care
professional’s directions and all labeling instructions
for proper use of your lenses and lens care products.

EYE PROBLEMS, INCLUDING CORNEAL ULCERS CAN
DEVELOP RAPIDLY AND LEAD TO LOSS OF VISION.
THEREFORE, IF YOU EXPERIENCE EYE DISCOMFORT,
EXCESSIVE TEARING, VISION CHANGES, OR REDNESS
OF THE EYES, IMMEDIATELY REMOVE YOUR LENSES
AND PROMPTLY CONTACT YOUR EYE CARE
PRACTITIONER.

Precautions:

To ensure proper hygiene and handling of contact lenses
and contact lens solutions, always follow label directions
carefully.

• Never reuse this solution.

• Always use fresh solution for soaking and storing lenses.

• Always wash your hands before handling your lenses.

• Store solutions at room temperature. Avoid freezing.

• After inserting your lenses, always thoroughly clean the
interior of the lens case with hot water and air dry after
each use.

• Use before expiration date on the container.

• NEVER SOAK LENSES IN ANY CLEANER.

• ALWAYS RINSE LENSES THOROUGHLY WITH FRESH
TAP WATER AFTER CLEANING.

• KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

Adverse Effects:
The following problems may occur:

• Eyes stinging, burning, itching (irritation)

• Excessive watering (tearing) of the eyes

• Unusual eye secretions

• Redness of the eyes

• Reduced sharpness of vision (visual quality)

• Blurred vision

• Sensitivity to light (photophobia)

• Dry eyes

If you notice any of the above conditions, immediately
remove and examine the lenses. If the problem continues
or if a lens appears to be damaged, DO NOT REINSERT.
Contact your eye care professional immediately. If any of
the above problems occur, a serious condition such as
infection, corneal ulcer, neovascularization or iritis may be
present. Seek immediate professional identification of the
problem and treatment to avoid serious eye
damage.

How Supplied:

Original Formula Boston Cleaner is supplied sterile in 1
fluid ounce (30mL), 2/3 fluid ounce (20mL) and 1/3 fluid
ounce (10mL) bottles. All retail Boston® Solutions are
packed in unit cartons. Bottles are sealed with an
imprinted neckband and marked with a lot number and
expiration date. Do not use if imprinted neckband on

bottle is missing or broken.

©Polymer Technology
Made in USA 5/00
Manufactured for:
Polymer Technology
Rochester, NY 14603-0450 USA

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