{"id":547942170667,"title":"ScleralFil 10mL Preservative Free Saline Solution","handle":"scleralfil","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eAlert - packaging change\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScleralfil recently changed their packaging to a new type of vial. The new vials are very similar to the old ones but they are oval rather than round and they are attached in a row of 6 that you snap apart. They still come in a box of 30, but the box is slightly larger and the vials are taller. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAbout ScleralFil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuffered preservative-free saline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser-friendly single-use vial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10mL \/ 0.34oz tubes - use and discard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor volume discounts, see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dryeyeshop.com\/products\/scleralfil-preservative-free-saline-multipacks\"\u003eScleralfil Multipacks\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox of 30 tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDescription (by Rebecca)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUpdated November 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it is\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScleralfil is a buffered, preservative free saline sold in a box of 30 vials of 10mL each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize \u0026amp; packaging\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToo large, too small, or just right? It depends on your needs. Personally, I use 18mm scleral lenses. Scleralfil (and also Nutrifill, which comes in the same size) is ample for me to rinse and fill both lenses each morning. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're a newbie, and struggling with lens insertion, you may need to use multiple vials while you're practicing - or, if your lens provider agrees, you might want to use Purilens instead for the learning period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs to the vial, Scleralfil is my ideal vial. Terrific product design. Stands up easily; opens easily, but stands up to being tossed around without leaking. I love the wide opening at the top as it is very unlikely to make bubbles in the saline when you fill your lens. If there is any drawback at all to the packaging it's that you're not going to get much pressure from squeezing it (for a 'power rinse') because of that wider opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuffered (pH balanced) saline\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScleralfil, like Purilens, is a borate-buffered saline - that is, it contains sodium borate and boric acid, which raise the pH to approximately the same pH as the eye. Not everyone has sensitive enough eyes to need this, but for many people, pH balanced saline means greater lens comfort and less likelihood of lens fogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other borate-buffered saline on the US market is Purilens, which comes in 2oz or 4oz bottles. Those bottles must be discarded within 15 days of opening, so if you can't use up that much saline in that amount of time, I would strongly encourage you to get Scleralfil instead. It is also worth noting that many doctors discourage the use of Purilens for filling sclerals after it has been open for two days due to concerns about potential contamination highlighted in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/33771954\/\"\u003ethis study\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePreservative-free\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it and toss it. Please do not attempt to re-cap this vial or cover it up with plastic wrap, etc. Unpreserved saline has no protection against contamination. It's just not designed for safe use as a multi-dose container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConvenience for travel\u003c\/h2\u003e\nMany people use Purilens at home and Scleralfil for travel.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDescription (manufacturer's)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Bausch + Lomb Specialty Vision lens care products, ScleralFil—indicated as a scleral insertion solution—is an alternative for rinsing and inserting scleral lenses. It is a sterile, buffered isotonic saline solution that can be used to rinse soft and gas permeable lenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCONTENTS: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScleralFil™ preservative free saline solution is a sterile buffered  saline solution that has boric acid, sodium borate, and sodium chloride in purified water. ScleralFil preservative free saline solution has NO preservative or mercury-containing ingredients (e.g. chlorhexidine, thimerosal) to which some people are sensitive. Use ScleralFil preservative free saline solution only with soft (hydrophilic), rigid gas permeable, hard, and large diameter (scleral) contact lenses. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eACTIONS: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epreservative free saline solution removes loosened debris and traces of daily cleaner when used as a rinse after cleaning. ScleralFil preservative free saline also keeps your lens wet (hydrated).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eINDICATIONS (USES): \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epreservative free saline solution is a sterile, preservative-free solution indicated for use following proper lens disinfection as recommended by the eye care practitioner. preservative free saline solution is indicated for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erinsing soft (hydrophilic), rigid gas permeable and hard contact lenses prior to lens insertion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eas an insertion solution for large diameter (scleral) contact lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eas a rinse for contact lens cases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erinsing contact lenses throughout the day. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCONTRAINDICATIONS (REASONS NOT TO USE): \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are allergic to any ingredient in ScleralFil preservative-free saline solution, do not use this product. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstructions for use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwist-off the plastic cap to open the ScleralFil™ preservative free saline solution vial. Discard the cap. Follow these directions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1. Always wash and dry your hands before handling lenses.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2. Always handle the same lens first, the right or left, in order to avoid mix-ups.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Following proper lens disinfection;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor soft (hydrophilic), hard, hybrid, and rigid gas permeable apply several drops to each lens surface to rinse lens prior to insertion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor large diameter (scleral) contact lenses rinse both sides of the lens and fill the back surface before insertion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor contact lens cases rinse all the inner surfaces of the case and the lids and allow to air dry in a clean place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor rinsing lenses during the day remove the lens, rinse both surfaces with several drops of ScleralFil preservative free saline solution and re-insert the lenses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Discard single use vial after each use. Do not reuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways follow the product directions for use. Failure to follow product directions may lead to vision loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisit your eye care practitioner regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways wash and dry hands before handling lenses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use tap water, bottled water or saliva with lenses or lens cases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly use fresh solution to clean and disinfect contact lenses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways discard any remaining solution in your lens case after each disinfection cycle (Never re-use solution).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaline or rewetting drops will not disinfect your lenses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways replace your solution, lenses and lens case as directed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscard the bottle and remaining contents right after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever re-use or “top off” the solution in your lens case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore at room temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse before expiration date on bottle and carton. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarnings:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause ScleralFil preservative free saline solution contains no preservatives; it will not remain sterile indefinitely after opening and, therefore, should not be used as an eye drop. preservative free saline solution is intended for single use. Discard any unused portion of the solution. DO NOT use after expiration date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epreservative free saline solution is a clear solution. DO NOT USE SOLUTION IF IT IS CLOUDY OR DISCOLORED or if the bottle LEAKS before you open it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDO NOT USE saline or tap water for the storage of contact lenses, which may cause serious and sight-threatening eye infections such as Acanthamoeba, causing corneal ulcers and possibly permanent loss of sight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDO NOT use ScleralFil preservative free saline solution for storage. \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-12-10T16:33:30-08:00","created_at":"2017-12-10T16:33:30-08:00","vendor":"Bausch \u0026 Lomb","type":"Lens Care-Saline","tags":["5x5","All","Buffered saline","camelspit","IS-CTL Solution","Lens Care","PFSaline","Preservative Free Salines","SalineSale","SCL","Top10 Scleral","zenlens"],"price":1995,"price_min":1995,"price_max":1995,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":6743630315563,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"BAU-PN 630369","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"ScleralFil 10mL Preservative Free Saline Solution","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":1995,"weight":431,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":269,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"310119303696","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/dryeyeshop.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/New_product_12.png?v=1738017423"],"featured_image":"\/\/dryeyeshop.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/New_product_12.png?v=1738017423","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":26285531562027,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.333,"height":600,"width":800,"src":"\/\/dryeyeshop.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/New_product_12.png?v=1738017423"},"aspect_ratio":1.333,"height":600,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/dryeyeshop.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/New_product_12.png?v=1738017423","width":800},{"alt":null,"id":22571072585771,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.333,"height":360,"width":480,"src":"\/\/dryeyeshop.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/hqdefault_b03e6f5e-cfca-4042-86b7-ed4679131ede.jpg?v=1667342081"},"aspect_ratio":1.77,"external_id":"Qg4zATMQAog","host":"youtube","media_type":"external_video"},{"alt":null,"id":8786762793003,"position":3,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.333,"height":360,"width":480,"src":"\/\/dryeyeshop.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/hqdefault_0ba2c10b-b92e-4ed0-8ca1-e75821e72a8f.jpg?v=1605408902"},"aspect_ratio":1.778,"external_id":"1HZU79rqC8o","host":"youtube","media_type":"external_video"},{"alt":null,"id":8786762858539,"position":4,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.333,"height":360,"width":480,"src":"\/\/dryeyeshop.com\/cdn\/shop\/products\/hqdefault_7126b262-eea6-443c-b562-02e8957a8750.jpg?v=1605408918"},"aspect_ratio":1.778,"external_id":"QGTY_FwAmgI","host":"youtube","media_type":"external_video"}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eAlert - packaging change\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScleralfil recently changed their packaging to a new type of vial. The new vials are very similar to the old ones but they are oval rather than round and they are attached in a row of 6 that you snap apart. They still come in a box of 30, but the box is slightly larger and the vials are taller. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAbout ScleralFil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuffered preservative-free saline\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser-friendly single-use vial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10mL \/ 0.34oz tubes - use and discard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor volume discounts, see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dryeyeshop.com\/products\/scleralfil-preservative-free-saline-multipacks\"\u003eScleralfil Multipacks\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBox of 30 tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDescription (by Rebecca)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUpdated November 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat it is\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScleralfil is a buffered, preservative free saline sold in a box of 30 vials of 10mL each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSize \u0026amp; packaging\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToo large, too small, or just right? It depends on your needs. Personally, I use 18mm scleral lenses. Scleralfil (and also Nutrifill, which comes in the same size) is ample for me to rinse and fill both lenses each morning. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're a newbie, and struggling with lens insertion, you may need to use multiple vials while you're practicing - or, if your lens provider agrees, you might want to use Purilens instead for the learning period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs to the vial, Scleralfil is my ideal vial. Terrific product design. Stands up easily; opens easily, but stands up to being tossed around without leaking. I love the wide opening at the top as it is very unlikely to make bubbles in the saline when you fill your lens. If there is any drawback at all to the packaging it's that you're not going to get much pressure from squeezing it (for a 'power rinse') because of that wider opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuffered (pH balanced) saline\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScleralfil, like Purilens, is a borate-buffered saline - that is, it contains sodium borate and boric acid, which raise the pH to approximately the same pH as the eye. Not everyone has sensitive enough eyes to need this, but for many people, pH balanced saline means greater lens comfort and less likelihood of lens fogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other borate-buffered saline on the US market is Purilens, which comes in 2oz or 4oz bottles. Those bottles must be discarded within 15 days of opening, so if you can't use up that much saline in that amount of time, I would strongly encourage you to get Scleralfil instead. It is also worth noting that many doctors discourage the use of Purilens for filling sclerals after it has been open for two days due to concerns about potential contamination highlighted in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/33771954\/\"\u003ethis study\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePreservative-free\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse it and toss it. Please do not attempt to re-cap this vial or cover it up with plastic wrap, etc. Unpreserved saline has no protection against contamination. It's just not designed for safe use as a multi-dose container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eConvenience for travel\u003c\/h2\u003e\nMany people use Purilens at home and Scleralfil for travel.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDescription (manufacturer's)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Bausch + Lomb Specialty Vision lens care products, ScleralFil—indicated as a scleral insertion solution—is an alternative for rinsing and inserting scleral lenses. It is a sterile, buffered isotonic saline solution that can be used to rinse soft and gas permeable lenses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCONTENTS: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScleralFil™ preservative free saline solution is a sterile buffered  saline solution that has boric acid, sodium borate, and sodium chloride in purified water. ScleralFil preservative free saline solution has NO preservative or mercury-containing ingredients (e.g. chlorhexidine, thimerosal) to which some people are sensitive. Use ScleralFil preservative free saline solution only with soft (hydrophilic), rigid gas permeable, hard, and large diameter (scleral) contact lenses. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eACTIONS: \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epreservative free saline solution removes loosened debris and traces of daily cleaner when used as a rinse after cleaning. ScleralFil preservative free saline also keeps your lens wet (hydrated).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eINDICATIONS (USES): \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epreservative free saline solution is a sterile, preservative-free solution indicated for use following proper lens disinfection as recommended by the eye care practitioner. preservative free saline solution is indicated for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erinsing soft (hydrophilic), rigid gas permeable and hard contact lenses prior to lens insertion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eas an insertion solution for large diameter (scleral) contact lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eas a rinse for contact lens cases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erinsing contact lenses throughout the day. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCONTRAINDICATIONS (REASONS NOT TO USE): \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are allergic to any ingredient in ScleralFil preservative-free saline solution, do not use this product. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstructions for use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwist-off the plastic cap to open the ScleralFil™ preservative free saline solution vial. Discard the cap. Follow these directions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1. Always wash and dry your hands before handling lenses.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e2. Always handle the same lens first, the right or left, in order to avoid mix-ups.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3. Following proper lens disinfection;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor soft (hydrophilic), hard, hybrid, and rigid gas permeable apply several drops to each lens surface to rinse lens prior to insertion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor large diameter (scleral) contact lenses rinse both sides of the lens and fill the back surface before insertion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor contact lens cases rinse all the inner surfaces of the case and the lids and allow to air dry in a clean place\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor rinsing lenses during the day remove the lens, rinse both surfaces with several drops of ScleralFil preservative free saline solution and re-insert the lenses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4. Discard single use vial after each use. Do not reuse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways follow the product directions for use. Failure to follow product directions may lead to vision loss.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisit your eye care practitioner regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways wash and dry hands before handling lenses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use tap water, bottled water or saliva with lenses or lens cases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnly use fresh solution to clean and disinfect contact lenses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways discard any remaining solution in your lens case after each disinfection cycle (Never re-use solution).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaline or rewetting drops will not disinfect your lenses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways replace your solution, lenses and lens case as directed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscard the bottle and remaining contents right after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever re-use or “top off” the solution in your lens case.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore at room temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse before expiration date on bottle and carton. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarnings:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause ScleralFil preservative free saline solution contains no preservatives; it will not remain sterile indefinitely after opening and, therefore, should not be used as an eye drop. preservative free saline solution is intended for single use. Discard any unused portion of the solution. DO NOT use after expiration date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003epreservative free saline solution is a clear solution. DO NOT USE SOLUTION IF IT IS CLOUDY OR DISCOLORED or if the bottle LEAKS before you open it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDO NOT USE saline or tap water for the storage of contact lenses, which may cause serious and sight-threatening eye infections such as Acanthamoeba, causing corneal ulcers and possibly permanent loss of sight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDO NOT use ScleralFil preservative free saline solution for storage. \u003c\/p\u003e"}