Eye tests may predict dry eye relief from artificial tears
NCT ID NCT04125134
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study aimed to see if certain eye tests could predict which people with dry eye disease would get relief from over-the-counter artificial tears. Researchers planned to enroll 66 adults with dry eye, but the study was terminated early with only 36 participants. Participants used preservative-free lubricant eye drops twice daily for 4 weeks and completed symptom questionnaires and eye exams.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Preservative-free artificial tears (lubricant eye drops)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors predict which dry eye patients will respond best to artificial tears, leading to more personalized treatment.
What could go wrong
The study was terminated early with only 36 participants, so results are limited and may not be reliable. It is a small, single-site trial with no clear outcome yet.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Tufts Medical Center-New England Eye Center
Boston, Massachusetts, 02111, United States