Eye shape secrets: can drops or contacts slow nearsightedness?

NCT ID NCT06450132

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

Summary

This study tracks 75 nearsighted young adults over 12 months to see how low-dose atropine eye drops or soft multifocal contact lenses affect the shape of the eye. Participants are randomly assigned to one of these treatments or no treatment. Researchers will take eye photos and measure vision changes to understand how these interventions work.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

low-dose atropine eye drops and soft multifocal contact lenses

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help explain how these treatments slow nearsightedness progression, potentially leading to better myopia control options.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase study focused on eye shape changes, not direct treatment outcomes. Results may not confirm effectiveness or safety for broader use.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

myopia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The Ohio State University

    Columbus, Ohio, 43210, United States