Rohto Lycee Contact

Rohto Lycee Contact is a Japanese eye drop formula specifically developed for soft contact lens wearers — one of very few OTC eye drops formulated to be safely used directly with lenses in place, without the need to remove them first. Manufactured by Rohto Pharmaceutical, Lycee Contact combines gentle hydrating and anti-fatigue actives in a lens-compatible base solution that moisturises and refreshes eyes throughout the day.

Key Benefits

• Safe for use with soft contact lenses — the formula is free from preservatives and ingredients that damage soft lens materials, meaning you can instil drops without removing your lenses.
• Hypromellose (HPMC) — contact lens lubricant — forms a protective moisture film over the lens surface, reducing friction, dryness, and the "late-day discomfort" that contact lens wearers commonly experience.
• Taurine — corneal support — supports corneal metabolism and cellular repair, helping to maintain the health of the eye surface beneath the lens.
• Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine HCl) — reduces eye muscle fatigue from sustained screen use or reading while wearing contacts.
• Chondroitin Sulfate — a natural mucopolysaccharide that mimics the eye's own mucin layer, keeping the lens and corneal surface lubricated throughout extended wear.
• Available without a prescription. Formulated for daily lens wearers including those using extended-wear or toric lenses.

Who Is This For?

Rohto Lycee Contact is the ideal daily companion for anyone who wears soft contact lenses — particularly those who experience afternoon dryness, lens awareness, tired eyes after screen use, or discomfort in air-conditioned offices or aeroplanes. It is gentle enough for sensitive eyes and suitable for daily use. If you wear contacts and find most eye drops off-limits because they require lens removal, Lycee Contact solves that problem.

How to Use

1. There is no need to remove your contact lenses before use.
2. Tilt your head back or look upward.
3. Instil 1–2 drops into each eye as needed.
4. Blink gently once or twice to distribute the drops across the lens surface.
5. Avoid touching the bottle tip to your eye or lens.

Frequency: 3–6 times daily as needed, or whenever eyes feel dry or fatigued during lens wear.
Tip: Keep a bottle in your bag or at your desk for use throughout the day — the compact size makes this easy.

Cautions

• For external (eye) use only. Do not swallow.
• Confirmed safe for use with soft contact lenses when used as directed. For hard (rigid gas permeable) lenses, consult your eye care professional first.
• Discontinue use and consult a doctor if redness, pain, blurred vision, or unusual discomfort persists.
• Do not use if the solution appears cloudy or has changed colour.
• Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool place away from direct sunlight.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I really use Rohto Lycee Contact without removing my lenses?

Yes. Rohto Lycee Contact is specifically formulated to be compatible with soft contact lens materials. Most standard eye drops — including other Rohto products — contain ingredients (such as certain preservatives or vasoconstrictors) that can be absorbed by soft lens materials or alter the lens shape. Lycee Contact avoids these ingredients entirely, making it the correct product to use while your lenses are in place.

How is Rohto Lycee Contact different from regular Rohto eye drops?

Standard Rohto eye drops (such as Cool 40a, Vita 40a, or Z! Pro) are not formulated for use with soft contact lenses. They contain higher concentrations of active ingredients — including vasoconstrictors and preservatives — that can be absorbed by soft lenses or cause discomfort. Lycee Contact uses a gentler, lens-safe formula optimised for moisture and lubrication rather than maximum cooling or redness reduction.

How often can I use Rohto Lycee Contact during contact lens wear?

Up to 6 times per day as needed. There is no minimum gap between applications. For people who experience lens dryness in specific environments (aeroplanes, air-conditioned offices, prolonged screen sessions), it can be used proactively — before discomfort sets in — as well as reactively when dryness or irritation is already present.

Is Rohto Lycee Contact suitable for daily disposable lenses?

Yes. Rohto Lycee Contact is compatible with daily disposable, monthly, and toric soft contact lenses. As with any eye drop during lens wear, instil 1–2 drops, blink a few times, and if any residual blurring occurs immediately after application, this typically clears within a minute as the drop distributes evenly across the lens surface.

Authentic product sourced and shipped directly from Japan. Processing time: 2–6 business days.