Biomedics Contact Lenses

Order your Biomedics contact lenses online

Finding the exact contact lenses you need should be a straightforward and hassle-free experience. If you are looking to restock your supply of Biomedics contact lenses, we are here to help you understand your options, verify your prescription details, and confidently place your order online.

Manufactured by CooperVision, the Biomedics family of lenses has been a reliable choice for years, offering wearers consistent comfort and clear vision. Whether you wear the standard spherical lenses or require toric lenses for astigmatism, understanding the features of your specific contacts makes managing your eye care much easier.

Exploring the Biomedics contact lens family

The Biomedics line is crafted from a traditional hydrogel material known as ocufilcon D. This material is designed to maintain a high water content, which helps keep your eyes hydrated throughout the day. For many wearers, traditional hydrogel provides a soft, flexible fit that feels instantly comfortable from the moment you put the lens in your eye.

When you look at your current box of contacts, you will likely see one of two primary labels: Biomedics 55 or Biomedics Toric. Each is engineered to correct different vision needs while maintaining the signature comfort this brand is known for. Knowing which one your eye doctor prescribed is the first step to ordering the correct replacement pack.

Biomedics 55 premier: crisp vision and reliable comfort

If you have a standard prescription for nearsightedness or farsightedness, your doctor likely prescribed Biomedics 55 Premier. These lenses feature an aspheric optical design. In simple terms, this means the lens is shaped to reduce spherical aberration—a common optical effect where light rays fail to focus on a single point, causing slight blurriness or halos around lights. By controlling this, Biomedics 55 contacts provide remarkably crisp, sharp vision.

These lenses are generally prescribed as a bi-weekly or two-week disposable lens, though some eye doctors may recommend a monthly replacement schedule depending on your individual eye health and tear production. They also feature built-in UV protection, which helps block harmful rays from reaching the covered portion of your eye. When ordering your month supply or a larger bulk pack, simply match the base curve and power listed on your prescription to our selection.

Biomedics toric: stable correction for astigmatism

If you have astigmatism, standard spherical lenses will not provide the visual clarity you need. Astigmatism means the surface of your eye is shaped more like a football than a perfectly round basketball, requiring a lens that can correct vision along multiple axes. This is exactly what Biomedics Toric contact lenses are designed to do.

Biomedics Toric lenses are engineered to remain highly stable on your eye. A common question we hear is about the downside of a toric lens. Because they need to maintain a specific orientation to correct your astigmatism, toric lenses are slightly thicker at the bottom. This specialized design keeps the lens from rotating when you blink. The only real downside is that it might take a few extra seconds for the lens to settle into the correct position when you first put it in, and they require a more complex prescription that includes a cylinder (CYL) and axis (AXIS) measurement.

Upgrading your lenses: Biofinity versus Biomedics

Many long-time wearers wonder about the difference between older hydrogel lenses and newer options on the market. A frequent comparison is between Biofinity Toric and Biomedics Toric.

The primary difference comes down to the material. Biomedics uses a traditional hydrogel, while Biofinity is made from a newer silicone hydrogel. Silicone hydrogel allows significantly more oxygen to pass through the lens to your cornea, which is vital for long-term eye health and all-day comfort. If you find your eyes drying out late in the afternoon or if you are looking for an equivalent to Biomedics 55 with higher breathability, your eye doctor might recommend switching to Biofinity or a daily disposable like Clariti. However, if Biomedics is working perfectly for you, there is no immediate need to switch unless directed by your optometrist.

How to read your prescription and order online

We want to make ordering your Biomedics contacts as simple as possible. Before you add items to your cart, gather your current contact lens box or your written prescription from your eye doctor. You will need to input a few key parameters:

• Power (PWR) or Sphere (SPH): This indicates the strength of your vision correction. It will have a plus or minus sign.
• Base curve (BC): This measures the curvature of the lens to ensure it matches the shape of your eye.
• Diameter (DIA): This is the physical width of the lens.
• Cylinder (CYL) and Axis (AXIS): You will only need these numbers if you are ordering Biomedics Toric lenses for astigmatism.

Once you have entered these details, you can easily use your vision insurance or apply your FSA and HSA funds at checkout. We recommend purchasing a multi-month supply which may get you a lower per-lens cost. Free shipping offers help ensure you never run out of fresh lenses.

Answers to common questions about Biomedics lenses

Are Biomedics 55 discontinued?

While CooperVision frequently updates its product lines and introduces newer silicone hydrogel options, many variations of the Biomedics family are still available. If your specific lens is ever phased out, your eye doctor will help you transition to an equivalent FDA-approved lens, such as the Biofinity or Proclear lines.

Are Biomedics lenses good for new wearers?

Yes. Because they are exceptionally thin and feature rounded edges, they interact very gently with your eyelids. This makes them a comfortable, user-friendly option for people who are just getting used to applying and removing contact lenses daily.