How to Store Contact Lenses Without a Case

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Throw out your contact lenses if at all possible.. Wash and dry two drinking glasses.. Put contact lens solution in the disinfected glasses.

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1

Throw out your contact lenses if at all possible.

Step 1

Throw out your contact lenses if at all possible.

2

Wash and dry two drinking glasses.

Step 2

Wash and dry two drinking glasses.

3

Put contact lens solution in the disinfected glasses.

Step 3

Put contact lens solution in the disinfected glasses.

4

Wash your hands before taking out your contacts.

Step 4

Wash your hands before taking out your contacts.

5

Drop your lenses into the solution.

Step 5

Drop your lenses into the solution.

6

Cover the tops of the glasses with plastic or paper.

Step 6

Cover the tops of the glasses with plastic or paper.

7

Clean your contacts before putting them back in your eyes.

Step 7

Clean your contacts before putting them back in your eyes.

8

Buy a new case if you're going to be away longer than overnight.

Step 8

Buy a new case if you're going to be away longer than overnight.

9

Wash your hands with soap and water before touching your lenses.

Step 9

Wash your hands with soap and water before touching your lenses.

10

Use fresh solution every time you store your lenses.

Step 10

Use fresh solution every time you store your lenses.

11

Clean your case after every use.

Step 11

Clean your case after every use.

12

Replace your contact case at least once every 3 months.

Step 12

Replace your contact case at least once every 3 months.

13

Follow your eye care professional's instructions regarding your lenses.

Step 13

Follow your eye care professional's instructions regarding your lenses.

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