Quiz: Are All Artificial Tears the Same?
Reviewed by: HU Medical Review Board | Last reviewed: January 2026 | Last updated: January 2026
Effectively managing chronic dry eye (CDE) requires more than just recommending ocular lubrication; it demands a nuanced understanding of the pharmacological differences between various formulations. This quiz is designed to test your clinical expertise in advanced formulation science.
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Benzalkonium chloride (BAK) is a common preservative in ophthalmic multidose bottles. What is the primary clinical concern regarding its long-term use in patients with moderate-to-severe dry eye?
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The introduction of 'osmoprotectants' (such as L-carnitine, erythritol, or betaine) in artificial tears aims to address which specific pathophysiology of CDE?
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Sodium Hyaluronate (HA) is often favored for its 'non-Newtonian' behavior. What does this mean in a clinical context for the patient?
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For a patient specifically diagnosed with Evaporative Dry Eye (EDE) due to Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, which formulation component is most effective at reducing the tear film evaporation rate?
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According to clinical consensus (such as TFOS DEWS II), at what frequency of administration should a patient be switched from a preserved multidose bottle to a Preservative-Free (PF) formulation?