Can plant extracts on a gauze tame eyelid bacteria?
NCT ID NCT07759180
First seen Aug 12, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial investigates whether a sterile gauze infused with natural plant extracts can reduce bacteria on the eyelid margin in people with bilateral anterior blepharitis. Each participant receives the plant-based gauze on one eye and a standard gauze on the other, allowing direct comparison. The study measures bacterial load before and 20 minutes after cleansing, and also assesses comfort and tolerability. The goal is to see if the natural extracts offer added microbiological benefits beyond mechanical cleansing alone.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- A sterile gauze impregnated with natural plant extracts (sodium hyaluronate, Echinacea angustifolia, bromelain, ammonium glycyrrhizate, tocopherol)
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this could offer a natural, well-tolerated option for managing blepharitis symptoms and reducing bacterial load.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, single-application study, so results may not reflect long-term use. The effect on bacteria may be modest, and individual responses can vary.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Azienda Ospedaliera Universitaria OO.RR. S. Giovanni di Dio e Ruggi D'Aragona
Salerno, Campania, 84125, Italy
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