Can a sugar in eye drops strengthen your Eyes' defenses?
NCT ID NCT06655441
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a special ingredient called trehalose, found in some artificial tears, can improve the eye's natural barrier function in people with dry eye disease. About 30 adults with moderate-to-severe dry eye will use the drops for one month. Researchers will measure how well the cornea keeps out a harmless dye to see if the barrier gets stronger.
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Marshall B. Ketchum University
RECRUITINGFullerton, California, 92831, United States
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