Now Available at Major U.S. Retailers
BRIDGEWATER, N.J., July 9, 2019 /CNW/ -- Bausch + Lomb, a leading
global eye health company and wholly owned subsidiary of Bausch
Health Companies Inc. (NYSE/TXS: BHC), today announced the U.S.
launch of Ocuvite® Eye Performance vitamins, a
nutritional supplement designed to meet the changing needs of
consumers while further expanding the company's eye vitamin
portfolio.
"Today's modern, always-on world has evolved faster than our
eyes – from the blue light of computer screens and cell phones to
the increased UV exposure from the sun – which can have an impact
on our eye health," said Joe Gordon,
U.S. president, Bausch + Lomb. "We developed Ocuvite Eye
Performance eye vitamins to provide consumers the essential
nutrients they need to strengthen the eye's natural protective
filter, so that they can help support and protect their eye
health."
Ocuvite Eye Performance eye vitamins were formulated with seven
vital nutrients that help strengthen the macula, which protects the
eye from stressors such as sun light and blue light emitted from
digital devices. These seven vital nutrients include
lutein and zeaxanthin, the two carotenoid pigments naturally
found in the eye, omega-3's, to help support healthy tears and a
healthy retina, zinc to help regulate immune function in the eye,
vitamins C and E, two antioxidants key to eye health, and vitamin
D, an antioxidant to help prevent inflammation.
"I often hear from patients how they are taking steps to protect
their skin from the sun or making accommodations at work for the
hours spent in front of their computers, but they forget that
modern day life can also impact their eyes," said Jeffry D. Gerson, O.D., FAAO, Grin Eye Care,
Olathe, Kansas. "I'm pleased to be
able to recommend Ocuvite Eye Performance vitamins to my patients
as a simple addition to their health and wellness regimen, to help
nourish the macula, which helps protect their eyes from some of the
stressors they encounter every day."
Ocuvite Eye Performance eye vitamins are available for purchase
at major retailers nationwide, including Walgreens, CVS, Walmart,
Target and Amazon, and have a manufacturer suggested retail price
of $19.99 (50 count bottle).
For more information on Ocuvite Eye Performance vitamins, visit
www.ocuvite.com.
About Bausch + Lomb
Bausch + Lomb, a wholly owned
subsidiary of Bausch Health Companies Inc., is a leading global eye
health organization that is solely focused on helping people see.
Its core businesses include over-the-counter products, dietary
supplements, eye care products, ophthalmic pharmaceuticals, contact
lenses, lens care products, ophthalmic surgical devices and
instruments. Bausch + Lomb develops, manufactures and markets one
of the most comprehensive product portfolios in the industry, which
is available in more than 100 countries. For more information,
visit www.bausch.com.
About Bausch Health
Bausch Health Companies Inc.
(NYSE/TSX: BHC) is a global company whose mission is to improve
people's lives with our health care products. We develop,
manufacture and market a range of pharmaceutical, medical device
and over-the-counter products, primarily in the therapeutic areas
of eye health, gastroenterology and dermatology. We are delivering
on our commitments as we build an innovative company dedicated to
advancing global health. More information can be found at
www.bauschhealth.com.
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