An object of the present invention is to prevent the generation of chlorine dioxide in a liquid preparation for ophthalmic use containing a chlorite. A liquid preparation for ophthalmic use containing a preservative composition for ophthalmic use comprising a chlorite and at least one stabilizer selected from the following 1) to 7) : 1) creatinine； 2) geraniol； 3) glucose； 4) tocopherol acetate； 5) oxyquinoline sulfate； 6) a sugar alcohol； and 7) a polyoxyethylene sorbitan fatty acid ester can prevent the generation of chlorine dioxide, and is therefore excellent in safety and exhibits a sustained preservative effect for a prolonged period of time.
