Investigational eye drop for dry eye after cataract surgery
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This study tests an investigational eye drop for people who have both cataracts and mild to moderate dry eye. It aims to improve eye comfort and health after cataract surgery, which can make dry eyes worse.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- Must be between 18 and 78 years old.
- Need cataract surgery on one or both eyes, with the second surgery within 4 days of the first.
- Have mild to moderate dry eye before surgery, confirmed by a simple eye exam.
- Can't use artificial tears (eye drops for dryness) for at least 1 week before the screening visit.
- Agree to use effective birth control (if you could become pregnant) during the study and for 1 month after.
- No contact lens use during the study period.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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