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. 2019 Aug 1;13:1409–1425. doi: 10.2147/OPTH.S211611

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Decision tree for the use of preserved or preservative-free drops in the treatment of dry eye disease.

Note: *Artificial tears may often be used as an adjunct therapy in combination with other management and treatment options as detailed by TFOS DEWS.⁴ When drops are considered, the flow diagram is intended to represent the conclusions from this review about the options for inclusion of preservatives in those formulations.