Clareon® Monofocal intraocular Lens
See Things Differently with Exceptional Clarity
Start Your Journey Toward a Future Without Cataracts
Clareon® Monofocal is our standard cataract replacement intraocular lens. It provides exceptional clarity for distance vision.1,2* You may be able to see with clarity far away, but you will likely still need glasses to see up close and at arm’s length. If you have astigmatism, you will likely need glasses at all distances.
With a special monofocal lens, you can correct astigmatism, too.
Benefits of Clareon® Monofocal IOL
| Designed to provide crystal-clear vision that lasts.1,2† |
| Designed for excellent stability that provides clear vision.3-5 |
| Developed using an advanced manufacturing process and an exclusive proprietary Precision Edge design.3,6,7 |
| Proven performance to help you achieve functional vision in your intermediate range (66 cm).3,8§ |
Frequently Asked Questions About
Monofocal IOLs
Get the information you need to guide you to an informed decision about the cataract replacement lens that best fits your budget and your lifestyle.
CAN I ELIMINATE THE NEED FOR GLASSES OR CONTACT LENSES ALTOGETHER?
While Monofocal IOL lenses are designed to improve distance vision only, Multifocal and Extended Depth of Focus lenses are considered premium lenses and can reduce the need for glasses or contact lenses altogether.9 If that’s what you have in mind you may want to explore Clareon® PanOptix® IOL or Clareon® Vivity® IOL. You have options—compare the lens technology between all of our Clareon IOLs here.
WHAT IS A MONOFOCAL IOL
A monofocal IOL (intraocular lens) is a lens that is surgically implanted in the eye to replace the natural lens that has become cloudy due to cataracts. This lens can provide clear distance vision, but it cannot adjust to focus on objects at varying distances. Therefore, glasses or contact lenses may still be required to correct near or intermediate vision.
IS THE CLAREON® MONOFOCAL INTRAOCULAR LENS RIGHT FOR ME?
You have options when it comes to cataract surgery. Choosing the right IOL for your needs is a personal decision that should be discussed with your eye surgeon. Here are some general guidelines to help determine if a monofocal IOL is right for you:
• You are primarily concerned with achieving clear distance vision
• You do not mind wearing glasses or contact lenses for near or intermediate vision
• You have no other significant eye conditions that may affect your vision
If this sounds like you, a Clareon® Monofocal IOL may be an excellent choice. However, keep in mind that everyone's eyes are different, and a thorough consultation with an experienced eye surgeon is essential to determine the best course of treatment for your specific needs.
*Based on in vitro examinations of glistenings, surface haze and SSNGs.
†Defined as modified Miyata grade 0, <25mv /mm2 over 3 years (n=138 ), and over 9 years (n=20 ), respectively.
††Clareon® and AcrySof® share the same -0.2μm aspheric design resulting in improved depth of focus.
§Based on AcrySof® IQ distance-corrected IVA. Clareon® IOL is optically equivalent to AcrySof® IQ.
Know Your Options.
Put Your Future in Focus.
Here’s a visual example to help you understand the kind of vision
improvements that come with a monofocal IOL.
Monofocal IOLs are only one option. You have a choice when it comes to the right type of IOL for you.
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You have options when it comes to your IOL. Take the self-assessment quiz on SeeTheFullPicture.ca to learn which cataract lens may be right for you.
IMPORTANT PRODUCT INFORMATION
Clareon® Family of IOLs
CAUTION: Restricted by law to sale by or on the order of a physician.
DESCRIPTION: The Clareon® Family of Lenses are artificial lenses implanted in the eye of adult patients following cataract surgery. The Clareon® Aspheric Hydrophobic Acrylic IOLs are designed to allow for clear distance vision. However, you will likely still need glasses for reading and for distance vision particularly if you already have astigmatism. The Clareon® PanOptix® Trifocal Hydrophobic IOL is a type of multifocal lens (sometimes called “presbyopia-correcting IOL”) designed to allow for clear distance, intermediate, and near vision with the potential to be more independent of the need to use glasses for daily tasks. The Clareon® Vivity® Extended Vision Hydrophobic Posterior Chamber IOL provides clear distance vision, and better intermediate and some near vision compared to a monofocal IOL. The Clareon® Aspheric Toric, Clareon® PanOptix® Toric, and Clareon® Vivity® Toric IOLs are also designed to correct pre-existing corneal astigmatism, which is the inability of the eye to focus clearly at any distance because of difference curvatures on the cornea, and provide distance vision.
WARNINGS / PRECAUTIONS: You may experience and need to contact your eye doctor immediately if you have any of the following symptoms after cataract surgery: itching, redness, watering of your eye, sensitivity to light. The safety and effectiveness of these IOLs have not been established in patients with eye conditions, such as an increase in eye pressure (glaucoma) or complications of diabetes in the eye (diabetic retinopathy). As with any surgical procedure, there are risks involved. These risks may include but are not limited to infection, damage to the lining of the cornea, the retinal layer which lines the inside back wall of your eye may become separated from the tissue next to it (retinal detachment), inflammation or swelling inside or outside the eye, damage to the iris (the colored diaphragm around the pupil), or an increase in eye pressure that cannot be controlled by medicine and secondary surgical procedure. There is a possibility that the IOL may be placed incorrectly or could move within the eye. This may result in less improvement or a reduction in vision, or it may cause visual symptoms. The Clareon® Aspheric Toric, Clareon® PanOptix® Toric, and Clareon® Vivity® Toric IOLs correct astigmatism only when placed in the correct position in the eye. There is a possibility that these Toric IOLs could be placed incorrectly or could move within the eye. This may result in less improvement or a reduction in vision because your astigmatism has not been fully corrected, or it may cause visual symptoms. With the Clareon® PanOptix® and Clareon® Vivity® IOLs, there may be a loss of sharpness of your vision that may become worse in dim light or in foggy conditions. There is also a possibility that you may have some visual effects such as rings or circles (halos) around lights at night. You may also have trouble seeing street signs due to bright lights or glare from oncoming headlights.
ATTENTION: As with any surgical procedure, there are risks involved. Prior to surgery, ask your eye doctor to provide you with the Patient Information Brochure for the lens to be implanted. This Brochure which will inform you of the risks and benefits associated with the IOL. Discuss any questions about possible risks and benefits associated with your eye doctor.
REFERENCES
1. Werner L, Thatthamla I, Ong M, et al. Evaluation of clarity characteristics in a new hydrophobic acrylic IOL. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2019;45:1490-1497.
2. Lehmann R, Maxwell A, Lubeck DM, Fong R, Walters TR, Fakadej A. Effectiveness and Safety of the Clareon® Monofocal Intraocular Lens: Outcomes from a 12-Month Single-Arm Clinical Study in a Large Sample. Clin Ophthalmol. 2021;15:1647-1657.
3. Clareon® IOL Directions for Use..
4. Clareon® Toric Directions for Use.
5. Alcon Data on File, 2017.
6. Alcon Data on File, 2017
7. Das KK, Werner L, Collins S, Hong X. In vitro and schematic model eye assessment of glare or positive dysphotopsia-type photic phenomena: Comparison of a new material IOL to other monofocal IOLs. J Cataract Refract Surg. 2019;45(2):219-227.
8. Alcon Data on File, 2022.
9. terHorst C. American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). “Choosing an Artificial Lens for Cataract Surgery.” https://www.aao.org/eye-health/treatments/best-artificial-lens-IOL-cataract-surgery. Accessed November 1, 2021.
