PlainRecalls
FDA Devices Low Class III Terminated

Biofinity XR Toric contact lenses 8.7/14.5 - 6PK Biofinity XR Toric (comfilcon A) Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lenses are indicated for the correction of ametropia (myopia or hyperopia) with astigmatism) in aphakic and non-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes in powers from -20.00 to +20.00 diopters and astigmatic corrections from -0.25 to -5.75 diopters. The Biofinity (comfilcon A) Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lenses have been approved for extended wear for up to 6 nights /7 days of continuo

Reported: March 7, 2018 Initiated: September 1, 2017 #Z-0691-2018

Product Description

Biofinity XR Toric contact lenses 8.7/14.5 - 6PK Biofinity XR Toric (comfilcon A) Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lenses are indicated for the correction of ametropia (myopia or hyperopia) with astigmatism) in aphakic and non-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes in powers from -20.00 to +20.00 diopters and astigmatic corrections from -0.25 to -5.75 diopters. The Biofinity (comfilcon A) Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lenses have been approved for extended wear for up to 6 nights /7 days of continuous wear. It is recommended that the contact lens wearer first be evaluated on a daily wear schedule. If successful, then a gradual introduction of extended wear can be followed as determined by the prescribing Eye Care Practitioner.

Reason for Recall

The firm identified a labeling error affecting Made-To-Order (MTO) Biofinity XR Toric blister labels. The primary blister reads Biofinity Multifocal Toric in error, and should read Biofinity XR Toric. The outer carton correctly reads Biofinity XR Toric.

Details

Recalling Firm
CooperVision Inc.
Units Affected
120
Distribution
USA Distribution
Location
W Henrietta, NY

Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Biofinity XR Toric contact lenses 8.7/14.5 - 6PK Biofinity XR Toric (comfilcon A) Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lenses are indicated for the correction of ametropia (myopia or hyperopia) with astigmatism) in aphakic and non-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes in powers from -20.00 to +20.00 diopters and astigmatic corrections from -0.25 to -5.75 diopters. The Biofinity (comfilcon A) Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lenses have been approved for extended wear for up to 6 nights /7 days of continuous wear. It is recommended that the contact lens wearer first be evaluated on a daily wear schedule. If successful, then a gradual introduction of extended wear can be followed as determined by the prescribing Eye Care Practitioner.. Recalled by CooperVision Inc.. Units affected: 120.
Why was this product recalled?
The firm identified a labeling error affecting Made-To-Order (MTO) Biofinity XR Toric blister labels. The primary blister reads Biofinity Multifocal Toric in error, and should read Biofinity XR Toric. The outer carton correctly reads Biofinity XR Toric.
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Devices on March 7, 2018. Severity: Low. Recall number: Z-0691-2018.