Could removing preservatives from glaucoma drops save Patients' eyes?

NCT ID NCT07690397

First seen Jul 08, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares two versions of a three-drug combination eye drop for glaucoma: one with preservatives and one without. Researchers want to see if the preservative-free version is gentler on the eye surface and leads to better treatment adherence. Participants will also use a chatbot for follow-up, and the study will measure changes in eye health, quality of life, and biomarkers in tears over four months.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
preservative-free dorzolamide-timolol-brimonidine combination eye drops
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that preservative-free eye drops are gentler on the eye surface and improve how consistently patients take their glaucoma medication.
What could go wrong
This is a mid-stage study with 140 participants, so results may not apply to all glaucoma patients. The chatbot follow-up is a new approach that may not improve adherence as hoped.

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Conditions

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Clínica Sigma Cali

    Cali, Valle del Cauca Department, 760044, Colombia

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