Avulux Tint

AVULUX Tint

Avulux tinted lenses are designed for patients with migraine and light sensitivity. The Avulux tint has been FDA approved given the evidence based clinical findings through a randomized clinical trial.

FAQs:

1. How does the lens tint work? 

The lens tint filters 97% of blue, amber, and red light while allowing in over 70% of green light.

2. Have these lenses been clinically studied? 

Journal of Clinical Neuroscience (2016) - Thin-film optical notch filter spectacle coatings for the treatment of migraine and photophobia

Clinical Outcome
- Thin-film optical notch filter may be a useful adjunct in the treatment of chronic migraine

Journal of Clinical Neuroscience (2020) - Targeting the intrinsically photosensitive retinal ganglion cell to reduce headache pain and light sensitivity in migraine: A randomized, double-blind trial

Clinical Outcome
- Baseline pain of the headache at the two- and four-hour headache mark scored less on the 11-point scale (symptom scale)
- Fewer patients in the treatment group wearing Avulux lenses reported two-hour light sensitivity on the 11-point scale.

Insurance FAQs on Avulux

1. Does medical insurance cover Avulux tint?

You can use your FSA or HAS card to purchase Avulux lenses. The tint is not covered by insurers. This also includes for all Medicaid plans.

2. Does workers’ compensation or auto insurance cover Avulux tint?

This is evaluated on a case-by-case basis based upon your neuro-optometrist medical orders and the terms of individual workers’ comp and auto insurance policies.

3. Does vision discount plans (EyeMed, VSP, Avesis, Davis, etc.) cover Avulux tint?

Please check with your individual plan; however, Avulux is not known to be a covered benefit.