Alcon Canada Strengthens its Commitment to Astigmatic Patients with TOTAL30 for Astigmatism Expanded Parameters
Alcon (ALC) has expanded the parameters of its TOTAL30 for Astigmatism contact lenses, now including a -2.75D cylinder offering. This monthly replacement Water Gradient toric contact lens, the first and only of its kind, maintains a 95% fit success rate and features PRECISION BALANCE 8|4 technology.
The expansion addresses the needs of astigmatic patients, who represent 47% of the patient population and are more prone to dryness and discomfort. The product includes Class 1 UV blocking against UVA and UVB rays and Blue-Violet Light filtration. The expanded parameters now cover 99% of astigmatic patients with a -3.00D cylinder or lower.
This development aligns with Canadian market preferences, where 61% of contact lens wearers choose reusable lenses. The product is now available across Canada, offering stability and month-long comfort at an affordable price.
Alcon (ALC) ha ampliato i parametri delle sue lenti a contatto TOTAL30 per Astigmatismo, includendo ora un'offerta con cilindro di -2.75D. Questa lente torica sostituibile mensilmente, la prima e unica nel suo genere, mantiene un tasso di successo di adattamento del 95% e presenta la tecnologia PRECISION BALANCE 8|4.
L'ampliamento risponde alle esigenze dei pazienti astigmatici, che rappresentano il 47% della popolazione di pazienti e sono più soggetti a secchezza e disagio. Il prodotto include una protezione UV di Classe 1 contro i raggi UVA e UVB e filtrazione della luce blu-viola. I parametri ampliati coprono ora il 99% dei pazienti astigmatici con un cilindro di -3.00D o inferiore.
Questo sviluppo è in linea con le preferenze del mercato canadese, dove il 61% degli utilizzatori di lenti a contatto sceglie lenti riutilizzabili. Il prodotto è ora disponibile in tutto il Canada, offrendo stabilità e comfort per un mese a un prezzo accessibile.
Alcon (ALC) ha ampliado los parámetros de sus lentes de contacto TOTAL30 para Astigmatismo, incluyendo ahora una oferta con cilindro de -2.75D. Esta lente de contacto tóricas de reemplazo mensual, la primera y única de su tipo, mantiene una tasa de éxito de adaptación del 95% y cuenta con la tecnología PRECISION BALANCE 8|4.
La expansión aborda las necesidades de los pacientes astigmáticos, que representan el 47% de la población de pacientes y son más propensos a la sequedad y la incomodidad. El producto incluye bloqueo UV de Clase 1 contra los rayos UVA y UVB y filtración de luz azul-violeta. Los parámetros ampliados ahora cubren el 99% de los pacientes astigmáticos con un cilindro de -3.00D o inferior.
Este desarrollo se alinea con las preferencias del mercado canadiense, donde el 61% de los usuarios de lentes de contacto elige lentes reutilizables. El producto ya está disponible en todo Canadá, ofreciendo estabilidad y comodidad durante un mes a un precio asequible.
Alcon (ALC)는 TOTAL30 for Astigmatism 콘택트 렌즈의 매개변수를 확장하여 이제 -2.75D 실린더 옵션을 포함하게 되었습니다. 이 월간 교체형 수분 그래디언트 토릭 렌즈는 유일무이한 제품으로 95%의 적합 성공률을 유지하며 PRECISION BALANCE 8|4 기술을 특징으로 합니다.
이번 확장은 환자 인구의 47%를 차지하는 난시 환자의 요구를 충족하며, 이들은 건조함과 불편함에 더 취약합니다. 이 제품은 UVA 및 UVB에 대한 클래스 1 UV 차단과 블루-바이올렛 빛 필터링 기능을 포함하고 있습니다. 확장된 매개변수는 이제 -3.00D 실린더 또는 그 이하의 99% 난시 환자를 포함합니다.
이 개발은 캐나다 시장의 선호도와 일치하며, 캐나다의 콘택트 렌즈 착용자의 61%가 재사용 가능한 렌즈를 선택합니다. 이 제품은 이제 캐나다 전역에서 이용 가능하며, 안정성과 한 달간의 편안함을 저렴한 가격에 제공합니다.
Alcon (ALC) a élargi les paramètres de ses lentilles de contact TOTAL30 pour Astigmatisme, incluant désormais une option de cylindre à -2.75D. Cette lentille torique à remplacement mensuel, la première et unique de son genre, maintient un taux de réussite d'adaptation de 95% et est dotée de la technologie PRECISION BALANCE 8|4.
Cette expansion répond aux besoins des patients astigmates, qui représentent 47% de la population de patients et sont plus susceptibles d'éprouver de la sécheresse et de l'inconfort. Le produit comprend une protection UV de Classe 1 contre les rayons UVA et UVB ainsi qu'un filtrage de la lumière bleu-violet. Les paramètres élargis couvrent désormais 99% des patients astigmates avec un cylindre de -3.00D ou moins.
Ce développement s'aligne sur les préférences du marché canadien, où 61% des porteurs de lentilles de contact choisissent des lentilles réutilisables. Le produit est désormais disponible dans tout le Canada, offrant stabilité et confort pendant un mois à un prix abordable.
Alcon (ALC) hat die Parameter seiner TOTAL30 für Astigmatismus Kontaktlinsen erweitert und bietet nun auch eine -2.75D Zylinderoption an. Diese monatlich wechselbare Water Gradient torische Kontaktlinse, die erste und einzige ihrer Art, hat eine Erfolgsquote von 95% bei der Anpassung und verfügt über die PRECISION BALANCE 8|4 Technologie.
Die Erweiterung richtet sich an die Bedürfnisse von astigmatischen Patienten, die 47% der Patientenpopulation ausmachen und anfälliger für Trockenheit und Unbehagen sind. Das Produkt bietet einen UV-Schutz der Klasse 1 gegen UVA- und UVB-Strahlen sowie eine Filterung von Blau-Violettlicht. Die erweiterten Parameter decken nun 99% der astigmatischen Patienten mit einem Zylinder von -3.00D oder weniger ab.
Diese Entwicklung entspricht den Vorlieben des kanadischen Marktes, wo 61% der Kontaktlinsenträger wiederverwendbare Linsen wählen. Das Produkt ist jetzt in ganz Kanada erhältlich und bietet Stabilität und einen Monat lang Komfort zu einem erschwinglichen Preis.
- Expanded market coverage to 99% of astigmatic patients
- High 95% first lens fit success rate
- Addresses 47% of patient population with astigmatism
- Targets 61% of Canadian market preferring reusable lenses
- None.
- TOTAL30 for Astigmatism, the first and only monthly replacement Water Gradient toric contact lens,1-3 is now available in expanded parameters
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Features the same
95% fit success rate and innovative PRECISION BALANCE 8|4 technology4* - New expanded parameters help more astigmatic patients address unmet needs for comfort5 and convenience in a monthly lens
TOTAL30 for Astigmatism, the first and only monthly replacement Water Gradient toric contact lens, is now available in expanded parameters. (Photo: Business Wire)
Astigmatic patients, making up
“Alcon’s continued investment in reusable innovation aims to better serve the
As with the entire WaterInnovations™ Toric family, TOTAL30 for Astigmatism lenses in expanded parameters are equipped with Alcon’s proprietary PRECISION BALANCE 8|4® lens design,4,10,11 providing the on-eye stability astigmatic contact lens wearers need for exceptionally clear and stable vision,12 as well as a
Alcon’s dedication to expanding access to eye care includes ensuring all patients are equipped with the necessary information they need to make eye health decisions. That is why ECPs will be able to utilize informative materials about TOTAL30 for Astigmatism in expanded parameters in English and French. For access to the materials, ECPs can reach out to their Alcon representatives, and for more ECP to patient digital resources, visit AlconVisionBrandLibrary.com
“It is truly exciting that the reusable lens I have come to trust most for my astigmatic patients is now available in expanded cylinder parameters,” said Dr. Pavan Avinashi, Doctor of Optometry at the Hollyburn Eye Clinic in
TOTAL30 for Astigmatism in expanded parameters is now available across
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- In a study where n=69; Alcon data on file, 2021.
- Alcon data on file, 2021.
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- Alcon data on file, 2021.
- Canadian CLI Market Share as of Q2 2023 (Reusable lenses include Monthly and Bi-Weekly replacement schedules).
- Alcon data on file, 2020.
- In a study where n=47, Alcon data on file, 2020.
- Alcon data on file, 2021.
- Laboratory assessment of ultraviolet and visible light transmission properties of lehfilcon A sphere contact lenses using spectrophotometer; Alcon data on file, 2020.
- ISO 18369-2:2017 Ophthalmic optics — Contact lenses Part 2: Tolerances.
- ANSI Z80.20-2016 ophthalmic contact lens UV transmittance.
*Based on lens movement, centration and orientation at initial fitting.
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†UV absorbing contact lenses are NOT substitutes for protective UV absorbing eyewear, such as UV absorbing goggles or sunglasses because they do not completely cover the eye and surrounding area. The patient should continue to use UV absorbing eyewear as directed.
‡There is no demonstrated clinical benefit to reduction in blue-violet light at wavelengths below 450 nm. BVL testing done on lehfilcon A sphere lenses.
See product instructions for complete wear, care, and safety information. Rx only.
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