Tear Rewetter
by Advanced Medical Optics, Inc.
PMA P800065
Active
Valid until
No expiry
FDA recalls
None foundDocuments
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Unverified
Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA PMAAPPR | NumberP800065 | Date2 Jul 1982 | StatusActive |
Recalls
No FDA recalls found in the data synced 22 Oct 2026.
Coverage
- Active
- Expiring
- Withdrawn
- Listed
- Not covered
United States — FDA PMA Active
Specification
- Generic Name
- Accessories, soft lens products
- PMA Number
- FDA Product Code
- LPN
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 886.5928
- Advisory Committee
- Ophthalmic
- FDA Decision
- APPR Approved
- PMA Supplement
- S001
Overview
AI-generated summary, 18 Sep 2026
The Tear Rewetter is a soft lens accessory designed to maintain hydration and comfort for contact lens wearers. It is classified under accessories for soft lens products and serves to replenish tear film, reducing dryness and irritation associated with prolonged lens use.
This device is supplied as a single-use solution and is intended for ophthalmic use. It is regulated under FDA Premarket Approval (PMA) with PMA number P800065 and falls under device class II. The product is packaged in sterile form and must be stored according to manufacturer instructions to ensure efficacy and sterility.
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Questions
AI-generated answers, 18 Sep 2026
What is the Tear Rewetter designed to address for contact lens wearers and how does it work?
The Tear Rewetter is specifically designed to maintain hydration and comfort for individuals who wear soft contact lenses. It functions as a single-use solution to replenish the tear film on the eye, helping to reduce dryness and irritation that often occurs with prolonged lens wear. By restoring moisture, it aims to improve overall comfort and reduce discomfort associated with dry eyes.
Is the Tear Rewetter intended for reuse, or is it meant to be used only once?
The Tear Rewetter is explicitly supplied as a single-use solution. This design ensures sterility and efficacy for one application only, preventing contamination from repeated use. Each package is meant to be opened and used once before discarding.
How should the Tear Rewetter be stored to maintain its sterility and effectiveness?
The Tear Rewetter is packaged in a sterile form, so it must be stored according to the manufacturer’s instructions to preserve both sterility and efficacy. This typically involves keeping it in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight or extreme temperatures, and ensuring the seal remains intact until use.
What regulatory pathway was followed for the approval of the Tear Rewetter, and what class does it fall under?
The Tear Rewetter underwent FDA Premarket Approval (PMA) with the approval number P800065. It is classified under device class II and is regulated under the FDA’s PMA pathway, which requires rigorous review to ensure safety and effectiveness. The product is also listed under the generic name ‘Accessories, soft lens products’ and falls under the product code LPN.