Comparing two eye drops for mild to moderate dry eye
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This study tests two types of preservative-free eye drops to see which is more effective for people with mild to moderate dry eye disease. You will use one of the drops as directed, and the study will monitor your symptoms and eye health over time.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have been diagnosed with mild to moderate dry eye disease, with a score between 13 and 32 on a dry eye questionnaire.
- Your tear film breaks up too quickly (10 seconds or less on a test).
- You have not used either of the study eye drops in the past 6 months.
- You have not had any eye surgery, laser, or punctal plugs in the past 6 months.
- You are willing to stop wearing contact lenses for at least a week before the study starts and for the whole study.
- You are willing to avoid using other eye drops (except artificial tears if allowed) during the study.
- If you are capable of becoming pregnant, you must agree to use birth control and have a negative pregnancy test.
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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