The following words and terms, when used in this chapter, shall have the following meanings, unless the contents clearly indicate otherwise. (1) Contact lens prescription--a written prescription that contains the following information: (A) the patient's name; (B) the date the prescription was issued; (C) the contact lens manufacturer, if needed; (D) the expiration date of the prescription, which shall be one year or more unless the health of the patient requires an earlier expiration date; (E) the signature of the physician or a verification of the prescription as described by Tex. Occ. Code Section 353.1015; (F) the total number of lenses authorized and recommended replacement intervals if the prescription is for disposable contact lenses; (G) the brand name or model type of the lens prescribed; (H) the lens power; (I) the base curve measurements; and (J) the diameter. (2) Disposable contact lenses--soft contact lenses that: (A) are dispensed in sealed packages; (B) are sterilized and sealed by the manufacturer; and (C) according to the wearing instructions suggest the lenses be replaced at an interval of less than three months. |
| Source Note: The provisions of this §181.2 adopted to be effective March 4, 1998, 23 TexReg 1950; amended to be adopted March 7, 2002, 27 TexReg 1488; amended to be effective September 20, 2007, 32 TexReg 6315 |
