What is FDA's definition of disposable contact lenses?

What is FDA's definition of disposable contact lenses?

• A. Reused after cleaning
• B. Replaced after each use
• C. Cannot be worn with cleaning solutions
• D. Intended for multi-year use

Answer: (B)

Disposable contact lenses are defined by the FDA as lenses that are intended to be discarded after a short wear period rather than cleaned and reused. That’s why replacing them after each use is the correct description. The idea is to minimize buildup and infection risk by not cleaning and reusing the lenses. In contrast, reusing after cleaning would go against this definition, and statements about not being worn with cleaning solutions or lasting for multi-year use don’t capture the FDA intent of discarding after use.

Disposable contact lenses are defined by the FDA as lenses that are intended to be discarded after a short wear period rather than cleaned and reused. That’s why replacing them after each use is the correct description. The idea is to minimize buildup and infection risk by not cleaning and reusing the lenses. In contrast, reusing after cleaning would go against this definition, and statements about not being worn with cleaning solutions or lasting for multi-year use don’t capture the FDA intent of discarding after use.