ReNu
ReNu
ReNu (pronounced: ree-new) is a brand of contact lens solution produced by Bausch & Lomb. It is used for the cleaning, rinsing, disinfection, and storage of soft contact lenses.
Etymology
The name "ReNu" is a portmanteau of the words "renew" and "you", signifying the product's ability to refresh and clean contact lenses for a renewed, comfortable wearing experience.
Usage
ReNu solution is used primarily for the care of soft contact lenses, including silicone hydrogel lenses. It is a multi-purpose solution, meaning it can perform several functions: cleaning, rinsing, disinfecting, and storing contact lenses.
Related Terms
- Contact lens: A thin lens placed directly on the surface of the eye. Contact lenses are considered medical devices and can be worn to correct vision, or for cosmetic or therapeutic reasons.
- Bausch & Lomb: An American company founded in 1853 in Rochester, New York, by John Jacob Bausch and Henry Lomb. It is one of the oldest continually operating companies in the US today.
- Silicone hydrogel: A type of soft contact lens material that allows more oxygen to pass through the lens to the cornea than regular soft ("hydrogel") contact lens materials.
- Multi-purpose solution: A type of contact lens solution that performs multiple functions, including cleaning, rinsing, disinfecting, and storing contact lenses.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on ReNu
- Wikipedia's article - ReNu
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