Lens care solution sans care for eyes

Beware of the lens cleansing solution Renu of Bausch & Lomb. Bausch & Lomb has recalled its Renu with MoistureLoc contact lens solution from the market all around the globe. It is said that the solution increases the risk of acquiring a potential eye blinding infection.

The infections involve the Fusarium fungus, which is frequently found in drains and sinks, particularly in tropical regions. Bausch & Lomb said it appeared that common, if frowned-upon, lens care practices - like topping off solution in the storage case instead of replacing it - could leave a film on lenses that shielded Fusarium from the sterilizing agent in MoistureLoc.

Bausch CFO Ronald Zarrella said in a statement on Monday

Some aspect of the MoistureLoc formula may be increasing the relative risk of Fusarium infection in unusual circumstances

Company officials initially thought the infection may have been linked to a potential contamination at its plant in Greenville, South Carolina. After an extensive investigation, it was found that there is no evidence of product contamination, tampering, counterfeiting or sterility failure.

For more details check the reports from ET or Intl. Herald Tribune.