Is it time for a moratorium on the use of benzalkonium chloride in eyedrops?
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DOI: 10.1111/bcp.15359
Abstract: Benzalkonium chloride (BAC) is a quaternary ammonium compound commonly employed as a preservative in several multidose eye drops. Its use is associated with several adverse events, particularly when used chronically. Topically instilled BAC acts not… read more here.
Keywords: moratorium use; benzalkonium chloride; time moratorium;