Better vision for aging eyes: new lenses tackle two problems at once

NCT ID NCT06461455

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Alcon Research Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested new multifocal contact lenses designed for people with both presbyopia (age-related blurry near vision) and astigmatism (blurry vision due to an irregularly shaped cornea). 95 habitual contact lens wearers wore the lenses for 30 days, and researchers measured how clearly they could see at a distance. The goal was to see if the new lenses perform well in everyday use.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Lehfilcon A multifocal for astigmatism contact lenses
What this could lead to: If successful, this could offer a new comfortable contact lens option for people who need both multifocal and astigmatism correction.
What could go wrong: This is a small completed study comparing two lens types, so results may not apply to all users. Individual comfort and vision can vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

astigmatism hyperopia myopia presbyopia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

ASTIGMATISM PRESBYOPIA

Contacts and locations

Locations

Dawn M. Rakich, OD

San Antonio, Texas, 78213, United States
Dr.Elsa Pao, O.D

Oakland, California, 94607, United States
Drs. Giedd, P.A.

Maitland, Florida, 32751, United States
Insight Research Clinic LLC

Powell, Ohio, 43065, United States
Kannarr Eye Care LLC

Pittsburg, Kansas, 66762, United States
Oculus Research, Inc.

Garner, North Carolina, 27529, United States
Optometry Group, PLLC

Memphis, Tennessee, 38111, United States
Pacific Rims Optometry

San Francisco, California, 94127, United States
ProCare Vision Centers, Inc.

Granville, Ohio, 43023, United States
Vision Health Institute

Orlando, Florida, 32803, United States
Wesley Optometric Consulting

Medina, Minnesota, 55340, United States

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