Can a multiple sclerosis drug protect eyesight in macular degeneration?

NCT ID NCT04292080

First seen Feb 04, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 12 times

Summary

This study tests whether an oral medication called dimethyl fumarate (Tecfidera) can safely slow the growth of geographic atrophy, a severe form of age-related macular degeneration that causes vision loss. About 90 adults aged 55–85 with geographic atrophy will take the drug daily for 12 months. Researchers will measure changes in the size of the damaged area in the eye and track any side effects.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • Centre intercommunal de Créteil

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    Créteil, Val De Marne, 94000, France

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