Alcon Research
Clinical trials sponsored by Alcon Research, explained in plain language.
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Could a tiny implant replace monthly eye shots for wet AMD?
Disease control OngoingThis study tests an experimental implant (AR-14034) that slowly releases medication inside the eye to treat wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The goal is to see if it is safe and can work as well as or better than standard anti-VEGF injections, which require frequent do…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:37 UTC
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New lens implants promise clear vision at all distances after cataract surgery
Disease control OngoingThis study tests two types of advanced lens implants (IOLs) for people having cataract surgery in both eyes. The lenses are designed to help see clearly at far, arm's length, and near distances. Researchers will check safety and how well the lenses work in 110 participants over t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:08 UTC
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New UV laser could make LASIK safer and more precise
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new ultraviolet femtosecond laser for creating corneal flaps during LASIK surgery to correct refractive errors. About 128 participants in Australia will receive LASIK using either the new UV laser or an existing infrared laser. The main goal is to check how saf…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:06 UTC
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New fluid lens could sharpen vision after cataract surgery
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a new type of lens implant for people having cataract surgery. The lens uses fluid to adjust focus, aiming to improve vision compared to a standard fixed-focus lens. About 175 participants will receive either the new lens or a standard one, and their vision and a…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:03 UTC
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New lens aims to correct both cataracts and astigmatism in one go
Disease control OngoingThis study is checking the long-term safety and performance of a special lens called the Clareon Toric IOL, which is implanted during cataract surgery to also correct astigmatism. About 129 people with cataracts and astigmatism are taking part. The main goal is to see how well th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:23 UTC
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Kids' contact lens cleaner safety study pulled before it started
Disease control TerminatedThis study was designed to check the long-term safety and performance of two contact lens cleaning systems (Clear Care and Clear Care Plus) in children. It was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no results are available. The goal was to look at lens deposits and …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:48 UTC
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Cataract surgery device showdown canceled before it began
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to compare two different surgical systems for cataract removal in adults with moderate to severe cataracts. The goal was to see which system was safer and more efficient. However, the study was withdrawn before any participants were enrolled, so no results are av…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Eye surgery showdown: UNITY VCS vs CONSTELLATION trial pulled
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to compare two surgical systems, UNITY VCS and CONSTELLATION, for treating various eye conditions like macular holes and retinal detachment. It was designed for adults needing vitreoretinal surgery. However, the trial was withdrawn before enrolling any participan…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:03 UTC
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Contact lens solution study for kids cancelled before it started
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to check the long-term safety and performance of three OPTI-FREE contact lens cleaning solutions in children. It was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available. The study would have looked at lens deposits, eye infections, and…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 18:17 UTC
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Eye lens implant safety study pulled before starting
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to check the long-term safety and performance of AcrySof IQ Vivity lens implants in people who had them in both eyes for 3 to 5 years. It was a real-world observation, not a treatment test. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 17:27 UTC