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Does it work to wear reading glasses over monovision contacts to see computer?

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Not perfectly: Depending on the power of your mono vision, you may need a different glass prescription for each eye, so OTC readers likely won't work. A "computer" or intermediate range prescription can help and only use for mid-range (computer) work.

Answered 1/9/2020

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