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The Ophthalmologist / Issues / 2026 / September / FDA Clears Avulux Migraine Lenses
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FDA Clears Avulux Migraine Lenses

FDA De Novo authorization establishes a new device classification for lenses designed to reduce migraine-associated light sensitivity

9/15/2026 2 min read

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5 Key Takeaways
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    The FDA has granted De Novo marketing authorization to Avulux for its precision light-filtering lenses for migraine management.

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    Avulux lenses are indicated for patients aged 12 and older with episodic migraine and are designed to block specific light wavelengths.

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    The lenses aim to reduce light sensitivity impact without replacing standard migraine treatments, which patients should continue.

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    Avulux lenses have been dispensed to over 50,000 users and are available through a network of more than 1,400 eye care providers.

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    The authorization creates a new FDA classification for precision optical filters addressing migraine-associated light sensitivity.

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