Could a simple eyelid wipe soothe dry eyes?

NCT ID NCT07140380

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested three ways to use an eyelid wipe soaked with IVW-1001, a dry eye treatment, in 30 people with dry eye disease. Researchers measured changes in tear production and checked for any vision changes. The goal was to find the best wiping technique for safety and symptom relief.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

IVW-1001 ophthalmic eyelid wipe

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a convenient wipe-based treatment to ease dry eye symptoms and boost tear production.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early proof-of-concept study with only 30 people. Results may not apply to everyone, and the wipe may not outperform existing treatments.

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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

  • Eye Research Foundation

    Newport Beach, California, 92663, United States