The Right Artificial Tear Substitute

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2025-08-26

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.56692/upjo.2025130204

Keywords:

Dry eye disease, Artificial tear substitutes, Ocular surface, Hyperosmolarity, Preservatives

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Vol. 13 No. 02 (2025): UP Journal of Ophthalmology

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Review Article

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Copyright (c) 2025 Kshama Dwivedi, Vibha Singh, Divya Katiyar, Diksha Aherwar

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Authors

  • Kshama Dwivedi Moti Lal Nehru Medical College, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
  • Vibha Singh Moti Lal Nehru Medical College, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
  • Divya Katiyar Moti Lal Nehru Medical College, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.
  • Diksha Aherwar Moti Lal Nehru Medical College, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India.

Abstract

Dry Eye Disease (DED) is one of the most common ocular conditions, affecting millions of people worldwide. Its prevalence is increasing day by day. First line of therapy for its management are artificial tear substitutes. The name, “Artificial tear substitutes” is a misnomer. They contain variety of active ingredients, biologically active excipients with/without preservatives. Each ingredient has a specific mechanical and pharmacological roles. Better understanding of these ingredients will guide the ophthalmologist to choose the better artificial tear substitute for the patient. An approach has been described in the article for selection of most appropriate tear substitute – but the choice should still be tailor-made for the patient.

How to Cite

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Dwivedi K, Singh V, Katiyar D, Aherwar D. The Right Artificial Tear Substitute. UPJO [Internet]. 2025 Aug. 26 [cited 2025 Sep. 13];13(02):56-61. Available from: https://upjo.org/index.php/upjo/article/view/584

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