The VeraPlugTM FlexFitTM punctal occluder is designed to provide reduction or elimination of tear drainage through the inferior or superior puncta, thus maintaining lubricating tears on the surface of the eye. Each VeraPlugTM FlexFitTM punctal occluder is molded from medical grade silicone. The VeraPlugTM FlexFitTM is available in four sizes (x-small, small, medium, and large) and is packaged sterile, two per box. Each occluder is sterile, preloaded on an inserter.
Indications for Use
The VeraPlugTM FlexFitTM is for use in patients with dry eye syndromes.
Contraindications
Contraindications include, but are not limited to, eye infections, sensitivity or allergies to the occluder material and/or materials used in the manufacture of the device, blockage/infection of the lacrimal systems, in ammation of the eyelid, and epiphora.
Precautions
The VeraPlugTM FlexFitTM may enhance the e ect of ocular medications in the eye. Depending on the type of medication being used the dose may need to be altered accordingly. If the patient experiences irritation, infection or epiphora after the insertion of the VeraPlugTM FlexFit,TM the occluder should be removed.