Toric Contact Lenses
Lenses for astigmatism — filter by replacement schedule
Soft toric lenses for astigmatism: compare cylinder powers, axis availability, base curves and replacement schedules across manufacturers. See toric fitting basics.
| Mfg | Product Name | Dk | CYL³ | Axis | Base | Diam | Powers | Qty | WEAR | REPL | CHG² |
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Understanding the toric lens table
Toric soft contact lenses correct astigmatism, the difference in optical power between the eye's meridians. Alongside the usual sphere power, each toric adds a cylinder (CYL) value (the amount of astigmatic correction) and an axis (its orientation, 1–180°). Because the correction only works when the cylinder stays aligned, every toric also uses a stabilisation design to resist rotation on the eye.
Use the table above to compare available cylinder powers, axis ranges, base curves and replacement schedules across manufacturers. Availability at oblique axes and higher cylinders varies by product, so confirm the exact parameter before ordering.
What do CYL and axis mean?
CYL is the strength of astigmatic correction in dioptres (commonly −0.75 to −2.25 D). Axis is the direction of that correction in degrees. Both must match the eye for clear, stable vision.
Why does my patient's vision fluctuate with a toric?
Fluctuation usually means the lens is rotating between blinks. Assess the stabilisation marking at the slit lamp and compensate rotation using the LARS rule. See the toric fitting guide.
Do I need to vertex-correct a toric prescription?
Yes. For any meridian at or above ±4.00 D, convert each principal meridian. The spectacle-to-contact tool handles sphere and cylinder together.
New to toric fitting or need a refresher? Read Toric lenses & astigmatism basics. Parameters and availability change; always verify against manufacturer documentation. See our disclaimer.