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surfactant
(redirected from Poloxamine)

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surfactant [sər′fek·tənt]
(materials)

surfactant
A chemical wetting agent; added to water to improve its penetration into a material; often useful in reducing the amount of water required in removing a material from the surface on which it has been applied.


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It also contains poloxamine to help remove dirt and debris and enhance wettability and moisture retention for a more comfortable feeling throughout the day, as well as DYMED(R), which provides unsurpassed disinfection efficacy.
Poloxamine is a surface-active agent that removes lipid and environmental debris from the lenses.
I often suggest ReNu Rewetting Drops because they also contain Poloxamine, an ingredient that gently cleans the lenses during wear and prevents further debris from adhering to them.
 
 
 
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