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Overview of Different Types of Contact Lens Solution

There is a variety of different contact lens cleaning solutions to choose from in today's eye care market. Your eye doctor is your best resource when trying to determine which contact solution is right for you. Always consult your eye doctor before switching to a new solution. To better understand the various types of solutions, review their primary uses below:

Cleaning solution
Cleaning solutions remove debris, mucus, dirt and bacteria from the lens.

Disinfecting solution
This type of solution is used for the storage of your contact lens. It kills bacteria on the lens that may lead to infections. Disinfecting solutions are most commonly found in a single solution or a multi-purpose solution.

Multi-purpose solution
Multi-purpose solution is a mixture of daily cleanser solution and disinfecting solution. This solution rinses and disinfects lenses and also removes proteins from the contact lens. Multi-purpose solutions are very convenient for everyday contact lens wearers.

Peroxide solution
Peroxide solution is made up of two elements – a neutralizer and peroxide for disinfecting contact lens.

Enzyme cleaner/Protein remover
These solutions are used to eliminate protein deposits from tears that attach to contact lens and help reduce eye irritation.

Rewetting solution/ Comfort drops
These solutions are used to moisten contact lens whenever they become dry. This increases the comfort of the contacts as well.

Rinsing solution
Rinsing solutions do not kill bacteria, but effectively rinses off contact lens for use.

Whether you are deciding on contact lens solutions for the first time or you are switching to a new type of solution, always consult your eye doctor before beginning to use a new solution. Throw away any solutions that have passed their expiration dates. Finally, never mix solutions unless you have the consent of your eye doctor.