Can a new eye drop help contact lens wearers beat dry eye?

NCT ID NCT07054606

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

Summary

This study tested whether Miebo eye drops (perfluorohexyloctane) can safely and effectively relieve dry eye symptoms in people who wear soft contact lenses. 104 adults used the drops up to four times daily, both before and while wearing their lenses. Researchers measured changes in dry eye symptoms using a standard questionnaire.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

perfluorohexyloctane eye drops (Miebo)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a new option for contact lens users to manage dry eye symptoms without removing their lenses.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed Phase 4 trial with only 104 participants. Results may not apply to everyone, and the drops might not work for all types of dry eye.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

dry eye syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Site 101

    San Diego, California, 92307, United States

  • Site 102

    Medina, Minnesota, 55340, United States

  • Site 103

    Athens, Ohio, 45701, United States

  • Site 104

    Pittsburg, Kansas, 66762, United States

  • Site 107

    Longwood, Florida, 32779, United States

  • Site 108

    Vestal, New York, 13850, United States