ReNu

Renu with MoistureLoc is a no-rub contact lens cleaning solution manufactured by Bausch & Lomb. In May 2006, the company removed MoistureLoc from the market after it was connected to the eye infection fungal keratitis, which can lead to blindness and eye irritation.  It is believed that the fusarium fungus, which causes fungal keratitis in Renu users, originated in Bausch & Lomb's Greenville, South Carolina plant. 

Fast Facts

Name: ReNu with MoistureLoc contact lens solution
Generic: N/A
Manufacturer: Bausch & Lomb
Date approved: 2004
Status: Withdrawn
Approved uses: Cleaning/moisturizing contact lenses
Off-Label uses: N/A
Side effects: Fusarium keratitis eye infection, corneal infection, possible blindness
Related topics: Unsafe drugs

Bausch & Lomb Recalls Renu Multi-Purpose Contact Lens Solution

In a staggering recall, eye care giant Bausch & Lomb has recalled its popular Renu Multi-Purpose Contact Lens Solution from store shelves after an international outbreak of fungal keratitis... read more

Was Bausch & Lomb Negligent With Renu Contact Lens Solution?

Its recent recall of a best-selling contact lens solution, Renu with MoistureLoc, made headlines. Its stock fell quickly and it had to face international scandal based on the solution's negative... read more

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