Air Optix for Astigmatism Monthly Contact Lenses
Alcon has
discontinued Air Optix for Astigmatism and introduced a new
version of Air Optix plus HydraGlyde for Astigmatism. If the
old version is not available, we send the new version for the same price. Alcon
recommends switching to the new version without consulting an eye specialist.
Air Optix for Astigmatism are silicone-hydrogel contact
lenses by Alcon designed to
correct astigmatism with a monthly replacement schedule. The innovative,
silicone-hydrogel material, known as Lotraflicon B, guarantees high oxygen
permeability, which enhances the comfort of wear. This package of Air Optix for
Astigmatism contains six lenses.
Read more about Air Optix for
Astigmatism.
Regarding the oxygen permeability of these
lenses, are you concerned about the difference between values indicated on our
website and those on the box? No worries, they are completely the same! On our
website, we use an industry-standard number showing oxygen permeability in
relation to thickness of the lens -- shown as (Dk/t). This is a value calculated
by dividing the oxygen permeability of the lens (Dk) by the thickness of the
lens (t). Most manufacturers provide a (Dk/t), which is why we've chosen to use
it for all our products. However, your box of lenses may only show the (Dk)
value. This just means that your box is showing the base value. It also means
that there is, in fact, no difference between the number we show and the one
that's on your box.
Comments (6)
Confused when ordering x 6 lenses . With 2 different prescriptions for both eyes doi get 6 lenses of each prescription? Thank you
Hi Carol. Yes, if you have a different prescription for each eye, you will need to order two boxes of 6 lenses. Thanks, Alensa
Hi are these Air Optix for Astigmatism suitable for continuous wear in the same way the day and night ones are? I recently got my eyes tested again and now have an astigmatism so need to change lenses but I love the continuous wear option that the day and night lenses give.
Hi Caroline. Both Air Optix and Air Optix plus HydraGlyde for Astigmatism have been approved by the manufacturer for extended wear. From the product description: "...it's possible to extend the wearing period [of Air Optix for Astigmatism] to seven days and six nights...always consult with your eye doctor regarding extended wear, as it is not suitable for everyone." Thanks, Alensa
Confused by the packaging, what is the difference between the white box with green top and blue base (this is the packaging I am familiar with) and the other packaging which is mainly blue/green?
Thanks for your message. The contents is exactly the same. The updated packaging is slightly different but this is the only difference, everything else remains the same.
Hi, I have used these lenses ever since changing from the hard contact lenses. Please can you make these in daily form...no-one does and this is very frustrating.
Thank you for leaving a comment.
Currently the manufacturer does not provide the lenses in a daily form. You can see the full range of toric lenses available on our website here: https://www.alensa.co.uk/…-lenses.html
Great lenses for those of us with astigmatism. They sit well on the eye and feel good for the whole day. You really feel the benefit of the added moisture.
Are Air Optix AStigmatism suitable for dry eyes?
Hello Frank, Thank you for your question. Yes, these lenses have a very high oxygen permeability level, that makes them comfortable throughout the day. If your dry eye symptoms persist, we also offer a variety of suitable eye gels and eye drops for dry eyes. You can see these products here: http://www.alensa.co.uk/…-sprays.html