Contact Solution Pulled from Market
Advanced Medical Optics plans to remove Complete MoisurePlus from the market because reports of acanthamoeba keratitis have been linked to the solution. Complete MoisturePlus is used as a cleanser for soft contact lenses and also as a solution in which to store them. Acanthamoeba keratitis is caused by a parasite and can cause blindness in those who do not treat the condition.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say that the solution has been linked to infections in at least 138 patients since January 2005. Those who wear soft contact lenses and use the solution should get rid of all bottles of the solution in their possession and replace their lenses and their storage containers. Symptoms of acanthamoeba keratitis include eye pain, redness, blurry vision, and light sensitivity.
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