How do I get contacts with just a prescription?

How do I get contacts with just a prescription?

If you have a prescription for glasses and would like to try contacts, visit your eye doctor for a new exam and contact lens fitting. Don’t forget to mention you will need a copy of your prescription.

Do you need a prescription to order from 1800 contacts?

We require a valid prescription for every order. If you don’t have a copy of your prescription, you can still order contact lenses from us. You’ll be able to select your eye doctor from our expansive database. We are required by law to verify your prescription with your doctor.

Is it OK to buy contact lenses online?

The FDA offer advice on buying contact lenses online. A reliable company should not attempt to substitute a different brand for which you have a prescription. Also, be wary of any firm that supplies contact lenses that do not exactly match the customer’s prescription.

How do I get my contacts online?

How do you buy contact lenses online? To purchase contacts online, a person needs an up-to-date prescription from an eye doctor. If individuals do not have a current prescription, they may be able to use an online retailer’s “doctor finder” service, or complete an online eye exam.

Can I use an expired contact lens prescription?

While wearing contacts past their prescription expiration date won’t physically harm your eyes, it may adversely impact your vision. Your doctor sets the prescription expiration date for the last date that you’ll be able to order contacts with that prescription.

Can you use old prescription contacts?

Don’t try to buy contact lenses online with an expired prescription, it’s illegal to sell anyone contact lenses without a valid prescription. So, check your contact lens prescription right now. If they’re close to or past the expiration date, contact your eye doctor and schedule an eye exam.

CAN 1800 contacts give you a new prescription?

If it has already expired, we’ll call to remind you to visit your eye doctor for an eye exam and to receive an updated or new contact lens prescription. Text it to 41800, email it to [email protected], or upload it here: Upload Rx. Yep. That’s all there is to it.