Herbal granules aim to slow eye disease in major trial

NCT ID NCT07189169

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This Phase 3 trial tests whether QA108 granules, a traditional Chinese medicine, can reduce drusen (fatty deposits) in the eyes of people with intermediate age-related macular degeneration. 400 participants will take the granules or a placebo for 24 weeks. The study aims to see if the treatment can slow disease progression and preserve vision.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

QA108 granules (herbal medicine)

What this could lead to

If successful, QA108 granules could offer a new treatment option to slow or reduce drusen buildup in intermediate age-related macular degeneration, potentially preserving vision.

What could go wrong

This is an early Phase 3 trial with 400 participants, so results may not confirm effectiveness. The herbal intervention may have limited impact or side effects, and the specific TCM diagnosis may limit generalizability.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

age-related macular degeneration

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Beijing Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Beijing, China

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