Eye drops could keep Kids' vision from getting worse

NCT ID NCT07626892

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested three low doses of atropine eye drops (0.01%, 0.03%, and 0.05%) in 95 children aged 6–18 with nearsightedness. The goal was to see which dose best slowed the worsening of myopia with the fewest side effects. Over 18 months, the 0.05% dose worked best at controlling vision changes, while all doses were generally well-tolerated.

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 (low concentrations 0.01%, 0.03%, 0.05%)

What this could lead to

If confirmed, this could give doctors a safe, effective way to slow worsening nearsightedness in children, reducing their risk of serious eye problems later in life.

What could go wrong

This was a small, single-country study. The results may not apply to all children, and long-term safety beyond 18 months is not yet known.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

degenerative myopia myopia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Khyber Teaching Hospital

    Peshawar, KPK, 25000, Pakistan