DRY EYE DISEASE (DED)

This study tested whether low-level light therapy (LLLT) plus non-steroidal immunosuppressant eye drops (cyclosporine or tacrolimus) can improve dry eye symptoms. 160 adults with moderate to severe dry eye took part. The main goal was to see if the combination reduces symptom sco…

This study tested whether 0.05% cyclosporine eye drops can help people with mild to moderate dry eye. 60 adults took part in a double-blind trial comparing the drops to a placebo. The goal was to see if the drops improve tear film stability and reduce eye strain symptoms.

This study tested whether far infrared eye masks placed on acupoints around the eyes could improve dry eye symptoms. 31 adults with dry eye disease used the masks, and researchers measured tear film stability, gland health, and symptom scores before and after one month of treatme…

This study tested whether special anti-reflective and circularly polarized films for smartphone screens can reduce dry eyes and eye strain caused by using phones. 120 adults with mild nearsightedness used phones for 45 minutes in light or dark rooms. Researchers measured tear fil…

This study tested two different eye drops—diquafosol and rebamipide—to see which one provides faster relief for dry eye disease. Thirty adults with dry eyes received one of the drops, and their symptoms and tear quality were measured 30 minutes later. The goal was to find out whi…

This study tested whether eye drops made from a patient's own blood or from donated umbilical cord blood can improve dry eye symptoms. 80 adults with dry eye disease were randomly assigned to receive one of these blood-based drops. The goal was to see if these drops could improve…

This study tested a new eye drop called TTAX03 in 74 adults with mild to moderate dry eye disease. The goal was to see if it is safe and if it helps relieve symptoms like dryness and eye surface damage. Participants received a single dose of TTAX03 or a saline (salt water) placeb…

This study tested a new preservative-free eye drop, Thealoz Total, in 30 adults with chronic dry eye and eye surface inflammation. Participants used the drops daily for 12 weeks. Researchers measured improvements in eye redness and patient satisfaction with symptoms like pain and…

This study tested two different eye drop treatments for dry eye disease in 55 adults scheduled for cataract surgery. One group used a single medication (rebamipide), while the other used a combination of two medications (diquafosol and cyclosporine). Participants started the drop…

This study tested whether a dietary supplement could improve dry eye symptoms by changing the bacteria in the gut. Twenty adults with dry eye disease took the supplement for 8 weeks. Researchers measured tear production and eye surface health at the start and end of the study. Th…