Can I donate unused contact lenses?

February 17, 2009 4:04 PM

Can I donate unused contact lenses?

I just got LASIK, and I find myself with half a box of unused Acuvue contact lenses. Am I allowed to donate/give them away, and if so, what's the best way to do so? Google has turned up conflicting information, so I'm looking for first-hand knowledge. I'm in NY if that matters.

posted by snickerdoodle to health & fitness (4 comments total)

Yes, if they are unexpired. I also got Lasik last month, and donated my unused, unexpired lenses at my doctor's office.
posted by peanut_mcgillicuty at 4:50 PM on February 17

Your local Lion's club will take them ask well.
posted by pokeedog at 5:31 PM on February 17

If you got them from your eye doctor, you should be able to return them for a refund or a credit, as long as they are unexpired.
posted by amyms at 7:25 PM on February 17

As of June 2008, MADRE was accepting lenses sent to MADRE, 121 W. 27th Street, Ste 301, New York, NY 10001.
posted by katemonster at 8:07 PM on February 17