New pill may ease uncontrollable eye twitching

NCT ID NCT05027997

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

Summary

This study tested an experimental pill called dipraglurant in 15 people with blepharospasm, a condition causing uncontrollable eyelid spasms. Participants received either 50 mg, 100 mg, or a placebo to see if the drug is safe and can reduce spasm severity and frequency. The goal was to find a potential new treatment option beyond standard Botox injections.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

benign essential blepharospasm Dystonia dystonic disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Emory University

    Atlanta, Georgia, 30329, United States