NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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Which medication is used for chronic dry eye?

Artificial tears
Cyclosporine (Restasis)
Naphazoline (Clear Eyes)
Tetrahydrozoline (Visine)

The correct answer is: Cyclosporine (Restasis)

Cyclosporine (Restasis) is the correct medication used for chronic dry eye because it is an immunosuppressive agent that helps decrease inflammation in the eyes, reducing dryness and irritation. A Artificial tears may provide temporary relief for dry eye symptoms, but they do not specifically treat chronic dry eye and may not be as effective in the long-term. C: Naphazoline (Clear Eyes) and D: Tetrahydrozoline (Visine) are both over-the-counter eye drops that are designed for temporary relief of redness and irritation in the eyes. They are not recommended for use in chronic dry eye as they do not address the underlying cause of the condition. They may also cause rebound redness if used too frequently.