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ICAPS
The label clearly states “If you are taking anticoagulants (blood thinners) or other medications, use this product only on the advice of your physician.”
Many food supplements, including those containing vitamin E and or omega 3, as well as changes in diet can have a theoretical effect on the control of anticoagulation.
Alcon does not provide medical advice to HCPs or consumers/patients, so, in these cases, the patient’s eye care practitioner and hematologist may wish to work together to determine the correct treatment based on the individual conditions for the patient.
Surgical
Clareon
CLAREON™ intraocular lenses do not contain metallic properties and are considered MRI-compatible.
AcrySof
ACRYSOF® intraocular lenses do not contain metallic properties and are considered MRI-compatible.
Ex-Press Glaucoma Shunt
The precaution section of attached IFU of the EX-PRESS™ Glaucoma Filtration device states the following regarding MRI:
MRI of the head is permitted, however not recommended, in the first two weeks post implantation. MR Conditional Regarding the Magnetic Resonance (MR) status of the implant:
1. The device is MR-Conditional according to the terminology specified in the American Society for Testing and Material (ASTM) International, Designation: F2503-05. MR-Conditional means that the device is safe for use in a specified MR environment under specified conditions (see below); however, it may not be safe to use in MR environments that do not match these specified conditions.
2. A patient with this device can be scanned safely immediately after placement under the following specified conditions:
Static magnetic field: 3-Tesla or less
Maximum spatial magnetic field gradient: 1500-Gauss/cm or less Maximum MR system reported whole-body-averaged specific absorption rate (SAR) of 3-W/k for 15 minutes of scanning.
Vision Care
Systane
SYSTANE® drops are not made with natural rubber latex or dry natural rubber.
Systane® is indicated for use in adult consumers starting from 18 years. Systane® must be kept out of the reach and sight of children.
Please consult your eye care professional before using ocular lubricants on pediatric patients.
There is no adequate data from the use of Systane® during pregnancy. All of the components in this product are pharmacologically inert compounds or generally classified as non-toxic and non-irritating.
Alcon does not provide advice on medical treatment. Please consult your eye care professional before using ocular lubricants while pregnant.
DAILIES TOTAL1
DAILIES TOTAL1 contact lenses and packaging are not made with natural rubber latex or dry natural rubber.
Thiomersal / Thimerosal is not part of the formulation of DAILIES TOTAL1 or its packaging solution.
PRECISION1
PRECISION1 contact lenses and packaging are not made with natural rubber latex or dry natural rubber.
Thiomersal / Thimerosal is not part of the formulation of PRECISION1 or its packaging solution.
TOTAL30
TOTAL30 contact lenses and packaging are not made with natural rubber latex or dry natural rubber.
Thiomersal / Thimerosal is not part of the formulation of TOTAL30 or its packaging solution.
DAILIES AQUACOMFORT PLUS
The DAILIES AquaComfort Plus soft contact lens contains 31% nelfilcon A and 69% water. The light blue handling tint contains Cu-phthalocyanine. The contact lens hydrophilic material/polymer does not contain silicon.
Contact Lens (CL)
When about to place the lens on the eye, make sure the lens sits up on the placement finger. The finger should be dry so surface tension does not cause the lens to adhere to the finger.
Check to see that the lens is right side out. A lens that is placed on the eye inside out may not feel comfortable or provide good vision. One way to do this is to perform the 'taco test' by placing the lens between your thumb and index finger and squeeze the edges together gently.
If the edges come together, the lens is right side out.
If the edges turn outward, the lens is wrong side out. Carefully reverse it with your fingers. Another way is to place the lens on the tip of your index finger and check its shape.
If the edge has a lip or flares outward, it is wrong side out and must be reversed.
All Products
All Products
Please visit ifu.alcon.com for access to Alcon product instructions for use.
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