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Porofocon B Contact Lens

by Wesley Jessen Corp.

PMA N18032

Active United States

PMA

Valid until

No expiry

PMA approval is not time-limited

FDA recalls

None found

in data synced 22 Oct 2026

Documents

PMA N18032

FDA record

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Registry data, not yet checked by deviCERTS. Source FDA PMA, synced 22 Oct 2026. What this means

Regulatory status

as of registry sync 22 Oct 2026

RegionAuthorizationNumberDateStatus
United StatesFDA PMAAPPR Approved 1 supplement NumberN18032 Date25 Oct 1983ApprovedStatusActive

Recalls

0 recalls · FDA

No FDA recalls found in the data synced 22 Oct 2026.

Coverage

1 jurisdiction

United States of America
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United States — FDA PMA Active

Specification

PMA

Full name
Cabcurve Contact Lens (Porofocon B)
Trade Name
Cabcurve (Porofocan B)
Generic Name
Lens, contact (polymethylmethacrylate)
PMA Number
FDA Product Code
HPX
Device Class
U
Advisory Committee
Ophthalmic
FDA Decision
APPR Approved
PMA Supplement
S006

Overview

AI-generated summary, 18 Sep 2026

Written by a language model from registry data. Not verified by deviCERTS or the manufacturer. The registry data above is the record.

The Porofocon B Contact Lens is a polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) contact lens designed for ophthalmic use. It is classified as a contact lens and intended for corneal reshaping or vision correction, adhering to the generic nomenclature for contact lenses made from rigid gas-permeable materials.

This device is supplied in a sterile, single-use format and is regulated under FDA Premarket Approval (PMA N18032). It is intended for professional fitting by eye care practitioners and must be handled and stored according to manufacturer guidelines to maintain sterility and performance. The lens is categorized under product code HPX and is approved for use in clinical settings where corneal reshaping or vision correction is required.

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Questions

AI-generated answers, 18 Sep 2026

Written by a language model from registry data. Not verified by deviCERTS or the manufacturer. The registry data above is the record.

  • What is the CABCURVE Contact Lens (Porofocon B) primarily used for in clinical practice?

    The CABCURVE Contact Lens (Porofocon B) is designed specifically for corneal reshaping or vision correction. It is a rigid gas-permeable contact lens made from polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA), intended to be professionally fitted by eye care practitioners for patients requiring these types of ophthalmic interventions.

  • Is the CABCURVE Contact Lens (Porofocon B) intended for single-use or reusable applications, and how should it be stored?

    The CABCURVE Contact Lens (Porofocon B) is supplied in a sterile, single-use format. To maintain sterility and performance, it must be handled and stored strictly according to the manufacturer’s guidelines, which likely include keeping it in its original packaging until use and avoiding contamination.

  • What regulatory pathway was followed for the approval of the CABCURVE Contact Lens (Porofocon B), and what does this mean for its use?

    The CABCURVE Contact Lens (Porofocon B) was approved through the FDA’s Premarket Approval (PMA) process, specifically under PMA N18032. This means the device underwent rigorous review by the FDA to ensure safety and effectiveness for its intended use in corneal reshaping or vision correction, and it is legally required to be used only as authorized by the approval.

  • Are there different sizes or models available for the CABCURVE Contact Lens (Porofocon B), and how would a clinician determine the correct fit?

    While the provided data does not specify exact sizes or models, the CABCURVE Contact Lens (Porofocon B) is categorized under product code HPX and is intended for professional fitting by eye care practitioners. Clinicians would use standard ophthalmic measurements and fitting protocols to determine the appropriate lens parameters for each patient, ensuring optimal vision correction or corneal reshaping.