Could a few drops under the tongue replace a needle? atropine study explores
NCT ID NCT06366087
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether atropine eye drops placed under the tongue enter the bloodstream as effectively as a standard injection. Forty-six healthy adults each received both forms in random order. Researchers measured drug levels in blood samples over eight hours to see if the two methods are bioequivalent.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
atropine sulfate
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that giving atropine under the tongue is a safe and effective alternative to injections, which could be useful in emergencies.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase study in healthy volunteers, not patients. It only measures drug levels in the blood, not actual treatment effects, so real-world benefits are uncertain.
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Locations
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Johnson County Clin-Trials (JCCT)
Lenexa, Kansas, 66219, United States