Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Types of Toxins01:36

Types of Toxins

1.3K
Humans continually engage with an environment rich in potentially harmful chemicals. These are introduced to our bodies through inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact. These chemicals exist in various forms, such as air and environmental pollutants, agricultural chemicals, organic solvents, and heavy metals.
Air pollutants, primarily gases, pose significant threats to respiratory health, leading to conditions like hypoxia, lung cancer, and in extreme cases, death.
Environmental pollutants like...
1.3K
Toxic Reactions: Overview01:26

Toxic Reactions: Overview

894
When toxic substances penetrate the human body, they disseminate to various tissues, undergoing metabolic changes. This process yields reactive metabolites that may covalently bind with specific target molecules, resulting in toxicity.
Toxicity falls into two primary categories: local and systemic.
Local toxicity appears at the exposure site, such as protein denaturation caused by caustic substances.
In contrast, systemic toxicity requires the toxic agent's absorption and distribution,...
894

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Rethinking Dry Eye and Ocular Surface Disesase in Glaucoma: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Management.

Journal of glaucoma·2026
Same author

Rethinking Dry Eye and Ocular Surface Disease in Glaucoma: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Management.

Journal of glaucoma·2026
Same author

Geographic Disparities in Access to Glaucoma Surgery: Lessons from a Nationwide Registry Study.

Journal of clinical medicine·2026
Same author

Intraocular Pressure During Short-Term Topical or Systemic Corticosteroid Treatment: Analysis of 3 Randomized Clinical Trials.

JAMA dermatology·2026
Same author

Optimizing topical glaucoma treatment outcomes: When less is better. A review on the clinical benefits of reducing treatment burden in glaucoma management.

European journal of ophthalmology·2026
Same author

A procedure in decline: frequency of temporal artery biopsies since 2017 in a major Danish ophthalmology center.

Therapeutic advances in musculoskeletal disease·2026

Related Experiment Video

Updated: May 9, 2025

Effect of Artificial Tear Formulations on the Metabolic Activity of Human Corneal Epithelial Cells after Exposure to Desiccation
06:29

Effect of Artificial Tear Formulations on the Metabolic Activity of Human Corneal Epithelial Cells after Exposure to Desiccation

Published on: May 2, 2020

3.8K

[Toxic preservatives in artificial tears].

Christian Eggers Østergaard Rasmussen1, Katrine Najah Mikha1, Umalbaninn Mokdad Kasem Alnoor1

  • 1Institut for Lægemiddeldesign og Farmakologi, Københavns Universitet.

Ugeskrift for Laeger
|May 5, 2025
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

This review compares artificial tears for dry eye disease (DED) in Denmark. It details product differences in preservatives and reimbursement to aid personalized DED management.

More Related Videos

Eye Irritation Test EIT for Hazard Identification of Eye Irritating Chemicals using Reconstructed Human Cornea-like Epithelial RhCE Tissue Model
10:13

Eye Irritation Test EIT for Hazard Identification of Eye Irritating Chemicals using Reconstructed Human Cornea-like Epithelial RhCE Tissue Model

Published on: August 23, 2015

37.4K
Author Spotlight: Exploring Corneal Innate Immunity and Delayed Wound Healing in Diabetic Patients
03:57

Author Spotlight: Exploring Corneal Innate Immunity and Delayed Wound Healing in Diabetic Patients

Published on: January 10, 2025

6.4K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: May 9, 2025

Effect of Artificial Tear Formulations on the Metabolic Activity of Human Corneal Epithelial Cells after Exposure to Desiccation
06:29

Effect of Artificial Tear Formulations on the Metabolic Activity of Human Corneal Epithelial Cells after Exposure to Desiccation

Published on: May 2, 2020

3.8K
Eye Irritation Test EIT for Hazard Identification of Eye Irritating Chemicals using Reconstructed Human Cornea-like Epithelial RhCE Tissue Model
10:13

Eye Irritation Test EIT for Hazard Identification of Eye Irritating Chemicals using Reconstructed Human Cornea-like Epithelial RhCE Tissue Model

Published on: August 23, 2015

37.4K
Author Spotlight: Exploring Corneal Innate Immunity and Delayed Wound Healing in Diabetic Patients
03:57

Author Spotlight: Exploring Corneal Innate Immunity and Delayed Wound Healing in Diabetic Patients

Published on: January 10, 2025

6.4K

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Dry eye disease (DED) is a prevalent condition, particularly affecting the elderly population.
  • Artificial tears are a primary treatment for alleviating DED symptoms.
  • Product selection is complicated by variations in reimbursement, cost, packaging, composition, and preservative use.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a comprehensive overview of artificial tear products available in Denmark.
  • To highlight key differences among products, focusing on preservative content and reimbursement eligibility.
  • To support clinicians and patients in making informed decisions for personalized DED management.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of artificial tear products marketed in Denmark.
  • Comparative analysis of product formulations, including preservative status.
  • Investigation of reimbursement criteria and eligibility for each product.

Main Results:

  • Significant variability exists in the preservative content of artificial tears available in Denmark.
  • Reimbursement eligibility differs substantially across various artificial tear products.
  • A clear distinction is observed between preservative-free and preserved artificial tear options.

Conclusions:

  • Understanding product variations is crucial for effective dry eye disease management.
  • Preservative content and reimbursement status are key factors influencing artificial tear selection.
  • This review offers a practical guide for optimizing artificial tear choice in Denmark.