SPHERICAL AND ASPHERICAL: AVAIRA (enfilcon A) Sphere and Asphere soft contact lenses are indicated for the correction of ametropia (myopia and hyperopia) in aphakic and non-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes. The lenses may be worn by persons who exhibit astigmatism of 2.00 diopters or less that does not interfere with visual acuity. TORIC: AVAIRA (enfilcon A) Toric soft contact lenses are indicated for the correction of ametropia (myopia or hyperopia with astigmatism) in aphakic and non-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes in powers from -20.00 to +20.00 diopters and astigmatic corrections from -0.25 to -10.00 diopters. MULTIFOCAL: AVAIRA (enfilcon A) MULTIFOCAL soft contact lenses are indicated for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia and hyperopia) and emmetropia with presbyopia in aphakic and non-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes. The lenses may be worn by persons who exhibit astigmatism of 2.00 diopters or less that does not interfere with visual acuity. The AVAIRA (enfilcon A) Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lenses are indicated for daily wear. When prescribed for planned replacement the lens may be disinfected using a chemical or hydrogen peroxide disinfecting systems. The lens may also be prescribed for singleuse disposable daily wear.
Device Story
AVAIRA (enfilcon A) is a daily wear, silicone hydrogel soft contact lens. Material consists of silicone macromers cross-linked with monomers, including phthalocyanine blue handling tint and UV blocker. Manufactured via cast molding in spherical, aspherical, toric, and multifocal configurations. Supplied sterile in blister packs with buffered saline. Prescribed by eye care professionals for daily wear, planned replacement, or single-use. Patients wear lenses to correct refractive errors; improves visual acuity and patient quality of life. No electronic or software components.
Clinical Evidence
No new clinical studies were conducted for this submission. Substantial equivalence was demonstrated by comparing physical and optical properties to the predicate device and utilizing historical clinical data from the CooperVision Biofinity lens.
Technological Characteristics
Silicone hydrogel (enfilcon A); non-ionic; low water content (46%). Oxygen permeability: 100 x 10^-11 (cm2/sec)(ml O2)/ml*mmHg. Refractive index: 1.40. Cast molded. Includes phthalocyanine blue tint and UV blocker. Dimensions: 13.5-15.0 mm diameter, 8.2-9.2 mm base curve. Power range: -20.00D to +20.00D. Biocompatibility per ISO 10993.
Indications for Use
Indicated for correction of ametropia (myopia, hyperopia) and presbyopia in aphakic and non-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes. Includes correction for astigmatism up to 10.00D (Toric) or 2.00D (Spherical/Aspherical/Multifocal). For daily wear, planned replacement, or single-use disposable.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A soft (hydrophilic) contact lens is a device intended to be worn directly against the cornea and adjacent limbal and scleral areas of the eye to correct vision conditions or act as a therapeutic bandage. The device is made of various polymer materials the main polymer molecules of which absorb or attract a certain volume (percentage) of water.
Predicate Devices
COOPERVISION AQUAIR (enfilcon A) Soft Contact Lens (K071736)
Reference Devices
COOPERVISION BIOFINITY lens
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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K113759
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# APR - 3 2012
## 510(k) SUMMARY
| 1. Applicant Name and Address | CooperVision, Inc.<br>6150 Stoneridge Mall Road<br>Suite 370<br>Pleasanton, CA 94588 USA<br>(925) 621-2450 | |
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| 2. Contact | Karin Gastineau<br>Director, Global Regulatory Affairs<br>CooperVision, Inc.<br>(925) 621-3732 | |
| Date Prepared | Original: December 20, 2012<br>Revised: January 19, 2012 | |
| 3. Device Identification | Common Name: | Soft Contact Lens<br>Trade Name:<br>AVAIRA (enfilcon A) Soft<br>Contact Lens |
| | Class Name: | Soft (hydrophilic) Contact Lens<br>Daily Wear (Disposable) |
| | Classification: | Class II [21 CFR 886.5925] |
### 4. Device Description
The AVAIRA (enfilcon A) soft contact lens is a daily wear silicone hydrogel contact lens that is not surface treated and is characterized by high oxygen permeability (Dk). The lens material, enfilcon A, is composed of silicone macromers cross linked with other monomers, incorporating phthalocyanine blue as an integrated, handling tint. A UV blocker is added to reduce the amount of ultraviolet light transmitted into the eye. The lens will be manufactured in spherical, aspherical, toric and multifocal configurations with the following features and properties:
Product Code:
LPL. MVN
| • Chord Diameter | • 13.5 mm to 15.0 mm |
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| • Center Thickness | • 0.05 mm to 0.60 mm |
| • Base Curve | • 8.2 mm to 9.2 mm |
| • Power Range | • -20.00D to +20.00D in 0.25 steps |
| • Cylinder Power (TORIC) | • -0.25 to -10.00 D |
| • Add Power (Multifocal) | • +0.50 to +4.00 D |
| • Refractive Index (hydrated) | • 1.40 |
| • Water Content | • 46% by weight in normal saline |
| • Oxygen permeability | • 100 x 10-11 [(cm2/sec)(ml O2)/ml*mmHg]],<br>34°C, Polarographic method (corrected) |
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The lens is supplied sterile in blister packs containing a buffered saline solution. Labeling is printed with appropriate lot numbering, expiration dating and lens parameter identification. Expiration dating is established based on studies of product stability, package integrity, and sterility.
#### 5. Intended Use
### SPHERICAL AND ASPHERICAL:
AVAIRA (enfilcon A) Sphere and Asphere soft contact lenses are indicated for the correction of ametropia (myopia and hyperopia) in aphakic and non-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes. The lenses may be worn by persons who exhibit astigmatism of 2.00 diopters or less that does not interfere with visual acuity.
### TORIC:
AVAIRA (enfilcon A) Toric soft contact lenses are indicated for the correction of ametropia (myopia or hyperopia with astigmatism) in aphakic and non-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes in powers from -20.00 to +20.00 diopters and astigmatic corrections from -0.25 to -10.00 diopters.
### MULTIFOCAL:
AVAIRA (enfilcon A) MULTIFOCAL soft contact lenses are indicated for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia and hyperopia) and emmetropia with presbyopia in aphakic and non-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes. The lenses may be worn by persons who exhibit astigmatism of 2.00 diopters or less that does not interfere with visual acuity.
The AVAIRA (enfilcon A) Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lenses are indicated for daily wear. When prescribed for planned replacement the lens may be disinfected using a chemical or hydrogen peroxide disinfecting systems. The lens may also be prescribed for singleuse disposable daily wear.
### 6. Predicate Device(s)
- ♦ COOPERVISION AQUAIR (enfilcon A) Soft Contact Lens [K071736]
#### 7. Characteristics of Substantial Equivalence
The AVAIRA (enfilcon A) Soft Contact Lens is substantially equivalent to the COOPERVISION AQUAIR (enfilcon A) Soft Contact Lenses. The lenses are low water, nonionic, silicone hydrogel lenses. The lenses are Class II and have indications for daily wear per premarket notification. The following Table summarizes the primary features for this comparison, illustrating the similarities and differences.
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| Attributes | CooperVision<br>AVAIRA<br>[Current Submission] | CooperVision<br>AQUAIR<br>[K071736] |
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| Material | enfilcon A<br>silicone hydrogel | enfilcon A<br>silicone hydrogel |
| Category (Group) | N/A<br>(low water, nonionic) | N/A<br>(low water, nonionic) |
| Manufacturing Method | Cast Molded | Cast Molded |
| Indication | Daily Wear | Daily Wear |
| Water Content (%) | 46 | 46 |
| Oxygen Permeability - Dk @ 35°C<br>[(cm²/sec) x (ml O2)/(ml x mm Hg)] | $100 x 10^{-11} †$ | $100 x 10^{-11} †$ |
| Refractive Index | 1.40 | 1.40 |
| Light Transmittance (%) | > 97 | > 97 |
| Chord Diameter Range(mm) | 13.5 to 15.0 | 13.5 to 15.0 |
| Base Curve Range (mm) | 8.2 to 9.2 | 8.2 to 9.2 |
| Center Thickness (mm) | 0.08 @ -3.00D | 0.08 @ -3.00D |
| Powers | -20.00D to +20.00D<br>in 0.25 steps | -20.00D to +20.00D<br>in 0.25 steps |
+ polarographic method (corrected) \$ coulometric method
#### 8. Physical and Optical Studies
The physical and optical properties of the lenses as assessed by various test methods show substantial equivalency with the predicate device as illustrated in the preceding table. Additional studies were conducted to verify that leachable substances were either low or below measurable levels to mitigate any concerns for its intended use.
#### 9. Biocompatibility Studies
Biocompatibility studies were conducted and verified that AVAIRA (enfilcon A) lenses were biocompatible for the intended use as assessed using ISO 10993 standards for ocular irritation, cytotoxicity, and systemic toxicity. All results passed with no evidence of adverse clinical effects caused by the modified enfilcon A lens.
#### 10. Human Clinical Studies
Clinical studies were conducted on the predicate device to demonstrate substantial equivalence of the enfilcon A lens as compared with historical data of the COOPERVISION BIOFINTY iens based on performance and safety. No additional clinical study was required for the modified enfilcon A lens.
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#### 11. Conclusions
The enfilcon A soft contact lens with the modified process has the same intended use and substantially similar indications, technological characteristics, and principles of operation as the cleared enfilcon A soft contact lens ("predicate device"). The minor differences between the device and the predicate device do not raise any new questions of safety or effectiveness. The testing conducted demonstrates that the device meets design inputs and is substantially equivalent to the predicate. Thus, the modified enfilcon A soft contact lens is substantially equivalent to its predicate device.
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# DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES
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#### Public Health Service
Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room -WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
Ms. Karin J. Gastineau Director, Global Regulatory Affairs CooperVision, Inc. 6150 Stoneridge Mall Road, Suite 370 Pleasanton, CA 94588
2012
Re: K113759 ·
Trade/Device Name: AVAIRA (enfilcon A) Soft Contact Lens Regulation Number: 21 CFR 886.5925 Regulation Name: Soft (hydrophilic) Contact Lens Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: LPL, MVN Dated: March 2, 2012 Received: March 5, 2012
Dear Ms. Gastineau:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean r that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must or any I vaturer station of strequirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set
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forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic forth in the quality systems (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
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Malvina B. Eydelman, M.D. Director Division of Ophthalmic, Neurological, and Ear, Nose and Throat Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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### Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name: AVAIRA (enfilcon A) Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens
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