Can eye drops and special glasses stop Kids' nearsightedness from getting worse?

NCT ID NCT06523504

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether low-dose atropine eye drops (0.02% or 0.04%) combined with special glasses (DIMS) can slow the progression of moderate to high myopia (nearsightedness) in children aged 6 to 12. About 410 children will be assigned to different treatment groups and followed for changes in eye length and prescription. The goal is to find a safe, effective way to control myopia and reduce future eye health risks.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

atropine eye drops (0.02% and 0.04%) and defocus incorporated multiple segments (DIMS) glasses

What this could lead to

If successful, this could offer a safe, non-surgical way to slow down worsening nearsightedness in children, reducing their risk of eye problems later in life.

What could go wrong

This is an early-phase trial (Phase 1/2) with a moderate number of participants. The treatments may not work better than existing options, and atropine can cause side effects like light sensitivity or blurry near vision.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

myopia

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Tianjin Medical University Eye Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Tianjin, Tianjin Municipality, 120120, China

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