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The preservative BAK’s Role in American Pharmaceuticals with Dr. Nate Radcliffe
Unveiling the Paradox: BAK’s Role in American Pharmaceuticals with Dr. Nate Radcliffe
With thanks “From the Eye Health Academy”
In this video, Nathan Radcliffe, MD, discusses the widespread use of benzalkonium chloride (BAK) in the US ophthalmic market. Dr. Radcliffe acknowledges concerns about its long-term effects, such as exacerbating dry eye and impacting the success of incisional glaucoma surgery. Preservative-free formulations are favored in Europe, and Dr. Radcliffe highlights the growing recognition among US eye care clinicians regarding the need for BAK alternatives.
