Renu Contact Solution Side Effects

Bausch & Lomb voluntarily withdrew its soft contact lens solution, ReNu with MoistureLoc, from the market on April 13, 2006. ReNu with MoistureLoc is a solution used for storing, cleaning, and moisturizing soft contact lenses.

ReNu was approved by the FDA in 2004 and reportedly brought Bausch & Lomb $45 million in revenue in 2005. The ReNu claim is that it cleans and disinfects contact lenses without the need to rub them. This cleaning method may have contributed to the increase in fungal infections that is now identified one of the possible ReNu contact solution side effects.

Fusarium keratitis is a very serious eye infection where fungus grows in the cornea. The infection can reach all the way through the cornea, causing scarring. Symptoms of Fusarium keratitis include:

- Blurred vision
- Redness or pain in the eye
- Eye discomfort
- Eye discharge
- Increased sensitivity to light
- Decrease in vision

Fusarium keratitis should be treated right away with antifungal drugs, and the treatment may take several months. If the condition is not treated or if the drugs don't work, other ReNu Contact Solution side effects may occur such as surgery to remove fungal lesions and cornea transplants. Prolonged eye infections from using this contact solution can also result in loss of vision, and eventually blindness.

If you or a loved one has developed Fusarium keratitis, serious eye damages, had a corneal transplant or suffered from blindness after using ReNu contact solution with Moisture Loc, you may be able to recover damages for your injury. You should have your case evaluated as soon as possible by an attorney who is familiar with ReNu Contact Solution Side Effects and litigation.