Saview SH Optic 38 UV (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens; Saview SH Optic 38 UV toric (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens; Saview SH Optic 38 UV multifocal (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens
K254269 · St. shine Optical Co., Ltd. · LPL · Mar 19, 2026 · Ophthalmic
Device Facts
Record ID
K254269
Device Name
Saview SH Optic 38 UV (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens; Saview SH Optic 38 UV toric (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens; Saview SH Optic 38 UV multifocal (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens
Applicant
St. shine Optical Co., Ltd.
Product Code
LPL · Ophthalmic
Decision Date
Mar 19, 2026
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 886.5925
Device Class
Class 2
Indications for Use
Saview SH Optic 38 UV (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens is indicated for daily wear for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia, hyperopia) in aphakic or not-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes who may have 1.00D of astigmatism or less does not interfere with visual acuity. Saview SH Optic 38 UV toric (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens is indicated for daily wear for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism) in aphakic or not-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes. The toric lens is specified for up to 3.00 diopters of astigmatism. The highest cylinder power is -3.00D. Saview SH Optic 38 UV multifocal (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens is indicated for daily wear for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia and hyperopia) and presbyopia in aphakic or not-aphakic persons with non- diseased eyes who may have 0.75D of astigmatism or less does not interfere with visual acuity. The multi-focal lens is specified for up to +3.00 diopters of add power. The highest add power is +3.00D. Saview SH Optic 38 UV, Saview SH Optic 38 UV toric, and Saview SH Optic 38 UV multifocal (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens is for frequent replacement wear. Eye care practitioners may prescribe the lens for frequent replacement wear. For a frequent replacement wear lens, the lens may be cleaned or disinfected using chemicals disinfecting systems (hydrogen peroxide disinfecting systems are not included).
Device Story
Soft hydrophilic contact lenses (spherical, toric, multifocal) made of Senofilcon A; used for vision correction; prescribed by eye care practitioners for frequent replacement wear. Lenses contain UV-absorbing monomer and blue tint; supplied sterile in blister packs with saline/PEG solution. Patients clean/disinfect lenses using chemical systems (excluding hydrogen peroxide). Device provides refractive correction; improves visual acuity; benefits patients with ametropia or presbyopia.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Safety and effectiveness established via non-clinical bench testing, including physical properties, biocompatibility, and 30-cycle compatibility testing with care products, referencing data from K250364.
Technological Characteristics
Material: Senofilcon A (Group 5C silicone hydrogel); 38% water content. UV-absorbing monomer (UVB <5%, UVA <50%). Tint: [Phthalocyaninato(2-)] copper. Dk: 122 x 10^-11 (non-edge corrected). Refractive index: 1.42. Manufacturing: Moulded. Packaging: Polypropylene blister with aluminum foil. Sterilization: Autoclave. Standards: ISO 11981, ISO 18369, ISO 10993.
Indications for Use
Indicated for daily wear for correction of refractive ametropia (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, presbyopia) in aphakic or non-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes. Toric lenses for up to 3.00D astigmatism; multifocal lenses for up to +3.00D add power.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A soft (hydrophilic) contact lens is a device intended to be worn directly against the cornea and adjacent limbal and scleral areas of the eye to correct vision conditions or act as a therapeutic bandage. The device is made of various polymer materials the main polymer molecules of which absorb or attract a certain volume (percentage) of water.
Predicate Devices
Saview SH Optic 38 UV, Saview SH Optic 38 UV toric, Saview Optic SH 38 UV multifocal (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens (K250364)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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FDA U.S. FOOD & DRUG ADMINISTRATION
March 19, 2026
St. Shine Optical Co., Ltd.
Lee Mina
Project Manager, R&D Div.
4,5f # 276-2, Sec. 1, Ta Tung Rd., Hsi Chih Dist.
New Taipei City, 22146
Taiwan
Re: K254269
Trade/Device Name: Saview SH Optic 38 UV (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic)
Contact Lens; Saview SH Optic 38 UV toric (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft
(Hydrophilic) Contact Lens; Saview SH Optic 38 UV multifocal (Senofilcon A)
Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens
Regulation Number: 21 CFR 886.5925
Regulation Name: Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens
Regulatory Class: Class II
Product Code: LPL, MVN
Dated: December 18, 2025
Received: December 30, 2025
Dear Lee Mina:
We have reviewed your section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (the Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database available at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
U.S. Food & Drug Administration
10903 New Hampshire Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20993
www.fda.gov
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Additional information about changes that may require a new premarket notification are provided in the FDA guidance documents entitled "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99812/download) and "Deciding When to Submit a 510(k) for a Software Change to an Existing Device" (https://www.fda.gov/media/99785/download).
Your device is also subject to, among other requirements, the Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR) (21 CFR Part 820), which includes, but is not limited to, ISO 13485 clause 7.3 (Design controls), ISO 13484 clause 8.3 (Nonconforming product), and ISO 13485 clause 8.5 (Corrective and preventative action). Please note that regardless of whether a change requires premarket review, the QMSR requires device manufacturers to review and approve changes to device design and production (ISO 13485 clause 7.3 and 21 CFR 820.70) and document changes and approvals in the device master record (21 CFR 820.181).
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR Part 803) for devices or postmarketing safety reporting (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart B) for combination products (see https://www.fda.gov/combination-products/guidance-regulatory-information/postmarketing-safety-reporting-combination-products); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the Quality Management System Regulation (QMSR) (21 CFR Part 820) for devices or current good manufacturing practices (21 CFR Part 4, Subpart A) for combination products; and, if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR Parts 1000-1050.
All medical devices, including Class I and unclassified devices and combination product device constituent parts are required to be in compliance with the final Unique Device Identification System rule ("UDI Rule"). The UDI Rule requires, among other things, that a device bear a unique device identifier (UDI) on its label and package (21 CFR 801.20(a)) unless an exception or alternative applies (21 CFR 801.20(b)) and that the dates on the device label be formatted in accordance with 21 CFR 801.18. The UDI Rule (21 CFR 830.300(a) and 830.320(b)) also requires that certain information be submitted to the Global Unique Device Identification Database (GUDID) (21 CFR Part 830 Subpart E). For additional information on these requirements, please see the UDI System webpage at https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance/unique-device-identification-system-udi-system.
Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/medical-device-safety/medical-device-reporting-mdr-how-report-medical-device-problems.
For comprehensive regulatory information about medical devices and radiation-emitting products, including information about labeling regulations, please see Device Advice (https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance) and CDRH Learn (https://www.fda.gov/training-and-continuing-education/cdrh-learn). Additionally, you may contact the Division of Industry and Consumer Education (DICE) to ask a question about a specific regulatory topic.
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See the DICE website (https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/device-advice-comprehensive-regulatory-assistance/contact-us-division-industry-and-consumer-education-dice) for more information or contact DICE by email (DICE@fda.hhs.gov) or phone (1-800-638-2041 or 301-796-7100).
Sincerely,
J Angelo Green -S
J. Angelo Green, Ph.D.
Assistant Director
DHT1A: Division of Ophthalmic Devices
OHT1: Office of Ophthalmic, Anesthesia, Respiratory, ENT, and Dental Devices
Office of Product Evaluation and Quality
Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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| Indications for Use | | |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Please type in the marketing application/submission number, if it is known. This
textbox will be left blank for original applications/submissions. | K254269 | ? |
| Please provide the device trade name(s). | | ? |
| Saview SH Optic 38 UV (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens;
Saview SH Optic 38 UV toric (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens;
Saview SH Optic 38 UV multifocal (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens | | |
| Please provide your Indications for Use below. | | ? |
| Saview SH Optic 38 UV (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens is indicated for daily
wear for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia, hyperopia) in aphakic or not-aphakic persons with
non-diseased eyes who may have 1.00D of astigmatism or less does not interfere with visual acuity.
Saview SH Optic 38 UV toric (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens is indicated for
daily wear for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism) in aphakic or not-
aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes. The toric lens is specified for up to 3.00 diopters of astigmatism.
The highest cylinder power is -3.00D.
Saview SH Optic 38 UV multifocal (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens is
indicated for daily wear for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia and hyperopia) and presbyopia in
aphakic or not-aphakic persons with non- diseased eyes who may have 0.75D of astigmatism or less does
not interfere with visual acuity. The multi-focal lens is specified for up to +3.00 diopters of add power. The
highest add power is +3.00D.
Saview SH Optic 38 UV, Saview SH Optic 38 UV toric, and Saview SH Optic 38 UV multifocal (Senofilcon
A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens is for frequent replacement wear. Eye care practitioners
may prescribe the lens for frequent replacement wear. For a frequent replacement wear lens, the lens may
be cleaned or disinfected using chemicals disinfecting systems (hydrogen peroxide disinfecting systems are
not included). | | |
| Please select the types of uses (select one or both, as
applicable). | ☑ Prescription Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart D)
☐ Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) | ? |
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## 5.1 Submitter Information:
Address: St. Shine Optical Co., Ltd.
4,5F No. 276-2, Sec. 1, Ta Tung Rd. Hsi
Chih Dist., 22146, New Taipei City Taiwan
R.O.C.
Registration No.: 9617499
Contact Person: Mina Lee
Project Manager, R&D Div.
E-mail: s7034@stshine.com.tw Telephone:
Telephone: 886-2-2641-7543#228
Fax: 886-8691-6776
Date Prepared: February 25, 2026
## 5.2 Device:
Common Name: Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens
Trade/Proprietary Name: Saview SH Optic 38 UV (Senofilcon A)
Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens
Saview SH Optic 38 UV toric (Senofilcon A)
Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens
Saview SH Optic 38 UV multifocal (Senofilcon A)
Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens
Classification Name: Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens (daily wear)
Device Classification: Class II (21 CFR 886.5925)
Product Code: LPL, MVN
Panel: Ophthalmic
## 5.3 Predicate Devices:
- Saview SH Optic 38 UV, Saview SH Optic 38 UV toric, Saview Optic SH 38 UV multifocal (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens (for daily disposable wear) – K250364
## 5.4 Description of Devices:
Saview SH Optic 38 UV, Saview SH Optic 38 UV toric, Saview SH Optic 38 UV multifocal (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens:
- The lens designs include spherical, toric and multifocal lenses.
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- UV absorbing monomer is used. The transmittance are less than 5% in the UVB range of 280-315nm and less than 50% in the UVA range of 316-380nm.
- Tinted blue [Phthalocyaninato(2-)] copper in color additives approved in 21 CFR Part 74 for use in medical device is used.
- The lens contains 38% water by weight and each lens is supplied sterile in a blister container in saline solution with PEG.
## 5.5 Indication for Use:
Saview SH Optic 38 UV (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens is indicated for daily wear for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia, hyperopia) in aphakic or not-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes who may have 1.00D of astigmatism or less does not interfere with visual acuity.
Saview SH Optic 38 UV toric (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens are indicated for daily wear for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism) in aphakic or not-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes. The toric lens is specified for up to 3.00 diopters of astigmatism. The highest cylinder power is -3.00D.
Saview SH Optic 38 UV multifocal (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens is indicated for daily wear for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia and hyperopia) and presbyopia in aphakic or not-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes who may have 0.75D of astigmatism or less does not interfere with visual acuity. The multifocal lens is specified for up to +3.00 diopters of add power. The highest add power is +3.00D.
Saview SH Optic 38 UV, Saview SH Optic 38 UV toric, and Saview SH Optic 38 UV multifocal (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens is for frequent replacement wear. Eye care practitioners may prescribe the lens for frequent replacement wear. For a frequent replacement wear lens, the lens may be cleaned or disinfected using chemicals disinfecting systems (hydrogen peroxide disinfecting systems are not included).
## 5.6 Comparison of technological characteristics with the predicate device
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| | Subject Device | Predicate Device |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Device | Saview SH Optic 38 UV, Saview SH Optic 38 UV toric, Saview SH Optic 38 UV multifocal (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens | Saview SH Optic 38 UV, Saview SH Optic 38 UV toric, Saview SH Optic 38 UV multifocal (Senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Soft (Hydrophilic) Contact Lens (K250364) |
| Intended Use | Sphere: Daily wear for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia, hyperopia) in aphakic or not-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes who may have 1.00D of astigmatism or less does not interfere with visual acuity. | Sphere: Daily wear for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia, hyperopia) in aphakic or not-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes who may have 1.00D of astigmatism or less does not interfere with visual acuity.. |
| | Toric: Daily wear for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism) in aphakic or not-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes. The toric lens is specified for up to 3.00 diopters of astigmatism. The highest cylinder power is -3.00D. | Toric: Daily wear for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism) in aphakic or not-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes. The toric lens is specified for up to 3.00 diopters of astigmatism. The highest cylinder power is -3.00D. |
| | Multifocal: Daily wear for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia and hyperopia) and presbyopia in aphakic or not-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes who may have 0.75D of astigmatism or less does not interfere with visual acuity. The multifocal lens is specified for up to +3.00 diopters of add power. The highest add power is +3.00D. | Multifocal: Daily wear for the correction of refractive ametropia (myopia and hyperopia) and presbyopia in aphakic or not-aphakic persons with non-diseased eyes who may have 0.75D of astigmatism or less does not interfere with visual acuity. The multifocal lens is specified for up to +3.00 diopters of add power. The highest add power is +3.00D. |
| Modality | Frequent replacement wear | Daily disposable wear |
| Material (Classification) | Group 5C (Silicone hydrogel: low | Group 5C (Silicone hydrogel: low |
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| | water subgroup) | water subgroup) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| USAN Name | Senofilcon A | Senofilcon A |
| Indication for use | Myopia, hyperopia, presbyopia, astigmatism | Myopia, hyperopia, presbyopia, astigmatisn |
| Water content | 38% | 38% |
| Visible light transmittance | ≥90% | ≥90% |
| UV transmittance | UVB <5%
UVA <50% | UVB <5%
UVA <50% |
| Dk(35°C) non-edge corrected | 122 x 10-11 | 122 x 10-11 |
| Dk(35°C) boundary layer and edge corrected | 103 x 10-11 | 103 x 10-11 |
| Power | +20.00 to -20.00D
Cylinder power: -0.50 to -3.00D (for toric only)
Continuous add power to +3.00D (for multifocal only) | +20.00 to -20.00D
Cylinder power: -0.50 to -3.00D (for toric only)
Continuous add power to +3.00D (for multifocal only) |
| Color | Tint: [Phthalocyaninato(2-)] copper | Tint: [Phthalocyaninato(2-)] copper |
| Refractive index | 1.42 | 1.42 |
| Method of manufacture | Moulded | Moulded |
| Packaging materials | PP (Polypropylene) blister and Aluminum foil | PP (Polypropylene) blister and Aluminum foil |
| Package storage saline solution | Saline solution with PEG | Saline solution with PEG |
## 5.7 Summary of Non-clinical Performance Data
Tests to assess the properties, safety and effectiveness of the contact lens followed the recommendations in the 1994 FDA Guidance Document for Daily Wear Contact Lenses. Biocompatibility tests were conducted in accordance with
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the GLP regulation (21 CFR Part 58). All other testing was conducted according to scientific methods. Non-Clinical testing performed includes:
The lens material senofilcon A is identical to the material cleared in K250364. All physical properties were referenced to K250364:
- Extractables
- Finished Lens Parameters
- Transmittance
- Refractive Index
- Water Content
- Oxygen Permeability
- Mechanical Properties (Modulus, Tensile strength, Elongation, Toughness)
- Leachable Additives
- Specific Gravity
- Contact angle
All tests comply with ISO 11981:2017, ISO 18369-2:2017, ISO 18369-3:2017, 18369-4:2017, FDA Guidance- Preparing a Color Additive Petition for Submission to the Center for Food Safety Applied Nutrition for Color Additives Used in or on Contact Lenses (2006/05) requirements.
Lenses passed 30-cycle compatibility tests with representative care products.
Sterilization validation and shelf-life were referenced to K250364 since this did not change.
- Stability Test
- Autoclave Validation
- Report of Evaluation for the Sterilization Efficacy of BI Inside and Outside of the Package
- Sterility Test Report
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- Bioburden test
- Clean Environment Test Controls Report
Test results demonstrated that subject device complies with ISO 17665-1:2006, USP<71>, ISO 11737-1:2018, ISO 11737-2:2019, USP<61>, ISO 11987:2012, ISO 18369-1:2017, ISO 18369-2:2017, ISO 18369-3:2017, ISO 18369-4:2017, ISO 14644-1:2015, ISO 14644-3:2019, NEBB: 2009 requirements.
Biocompatibility:
Biocompatibility did not change and is referenced to K250364. The following tests were previously completed:
- Cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5:2009)
- Ocular Irritation (ISO 10993-23:2021)
- Acute Systemic Injection (ISO10993-11:2017)
The package solution did not change and is referenced to K250364. The following tests were completed:
- In Vitro Cytotoxicity Tests (ISO 10993-5:2009, ISO 10993-12:2021, USP<87>:2024)
- Ocular Irritation (ISO 10993-23:2021)
- Oral Toxicity (FDA’s 1997 Premarket Notification (510(k)) Guidance for Contact Lens Care Products)
For packaging material did not change and is referenced to K250364. The following tests were completed:
Polypropylene (base) blister:
- Cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5:2009)
- Ocular Irritation (ISO 10993-23:2021)
- Acute Systemic Injection (ISO10993-11:2017)
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Aluminum laminate:
- Cytotoxicity (ISO 10993-5:2009)
- Ocular Irritation (ISO 10993-23:2021)
- Acute Systemic Injection (ISO10993-11:2017)
The blister package is made from polypropylene with a laminate of aluminum foil. This package is identical to what was cleared in K250364.
The Saview SH 38 UV (senofilcon A) Visibility Tinted Contact Lenses for frequent replacement passed 30-cycle compatibility tests. Therefore, the label modifications to include frequent replacement will not affect the safety and effectiveness of the device. The device is equivalent to the device cleared in K250364.
## 5.8 Summary of Clinical Performance Data
No clinical test data was used to support the decision of substantial equivalence. The safety and effectiveness of finished contact lenses have been established through previous non-clinical performance testing. Safety and effectiveness of the Senofilcon A lens material and packaging solution and packaging materials are identical with K250364, previously submitted application, under 510(k) K250364. Proposed Labeling and Test Report of Physical Compatibility of Contact Lens Care Products with Contact Lenses after Thirty Cycles for frequent replacement wear (subject devices).
## 5.9 Substantial Equivalence Conclusion:
The information submitted in the 510k demonstrated that the Saview SH Optic 38 UV Lenses with frequent replacement are substantially equivalent to the Saview SH Optic 38 UV Daily Disposable Lenses in K250364.
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At least the three most relevant 510(k) or De Novo summaries, in full. After that, use targeted chat questions to confirm your memory quickly. The tool supports this professional habit — it doesn't replace it.
5. Side-by-side comparison
Select multiple rows in the results table (aim for under ~10), then open the PDF Viewer tab. Ask one question — it goes to all selected devices in parallel, each with citations. This is the fastest way to compare and contrast devices: training data, PCCP scope, how they handled adding new scanners, and so on.
What does the side-by-side PDF viewer mode do?
Select multiple devices, open the PDF viewer tab, and ask one question (e.g., "Describe the training data"). It queries all selected devices simultaneously with citations, so you can compare and contrast quickly.
6. Collections
With rows selected, go to the Collections tab and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). Reload that selection any time — before a client call, pull up the collection and ask questions across all of its devices at once.
How do you save a set of selected devices for later use?
Select the rows, go to the Collections tab, and create a labeled collection (e.g., "Cobb Angle Project"). You can reload the selection anytime and carry it into the PDF viewer and other tabs that support selections.
7. Product codes and the regulations tree
Click a product code in the results to jump to it in the regulations tree — identification text, sibling product codes, and devices you can open in a PDF viewer on the right. Click a regulation number to see its identification, special controls, and related product codes. You can also search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree. Always read the special controls if any exist for your device — it broadens your search and sharpens pre-kickoff research.
What can you do from the regulations tree view?
Browse product codes and regulation numbers, read the identification text and special controls, browse sibling product codes, open device PDFs on the right, and search by product code or regulation number at the top of the tree.
8. Chart view
Click Show Chart and segment by regulation number (or product code) to see which regulations dominate your result set. Clicking a regulation takes you into the regulations tree. Great for spotting that most matches are, say, hardware laparoscopic devices — a cue to go back and filter.
How do you see which regulations dominate a search result set?
Click "Show Chart" and segment by Regulation Number. Clicking a regulation takes you to the regulations tree.
9. The predicate graph
Open the Predicates tab for a family-tree view of predicate relationships. Click a node to trace its parents and children; selections from search carry over pre-selected. Commonly predicated devices are worth reading — a lot of people predicated them for a reason. The visual lineage is also handy on client calls, e.g. to show how a predicate family evolved and justify why your predicate still holds.
In the predicate graph, why are commonly predicated devices worth reading?
A lot of people predicated them for a reason. Clicking a node traces parents and children, and selections from search carry over pre-selected.
10. Embeddings: the galaxy map
The Embeddings tab plots every matching document in a 2-D "galaxy map" where semantically similar devices cluster together. Hover or click clusters to explore, and let AI label the clusters for you. Embeddings beat product codes for grouping: two devices can carry different product codes (LLZ vs. QIH) yet do the same thing — the embedding captures the meaning of the intended use and device story. This is also exactly how retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) works under the hood, and it makes a great visual on client calls.
Try it yourself
Head to the search page and work through a few of these AI/ML fuzzy searches to build intuition: perivascular fat on CT · aortic valve calcification opportunistic screening on noncontrast CT · breast cancer prediction on digital pathology slides · autism detection · gestational age prediction · a hearing aid that can also detect a pulse · foundation model based analysis of ECG · large language models · penetration test. Watch how the relevance scores, intended use, and AI Performance tables tell you when results stop being meaningful.