Alcon Research
Clinical trials sponsored by Alcon Research, explained in plain language.
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New eye drops show promise for dry eye sufferers
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new eye drop called AR-15512 in 80 adults with dry eye disease. The goal was to see if the drops could improve the health of the eye's surface, specifically by increasing the number of goblet cells that help keep the eye moist. Participants used the drops for …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 11:47 UTC
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PanOptix lens implants prove safe years after surgery
Disease control CompletedThis study looked at the long-term safety and performance of AcrySof PanOptix lens implants in 211 people who had them in both eyes for 3 to 5 years. Researchers checked vision and tracked any eye problems or device issues. The goal was to make sure these lenses remain safe and w…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 26, 2026 11:09 UTC
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New eye drop shows promise for lowering pressure in glaucoma patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested a new eye drop called Reformulated PG324 to see how safe and effective it is at lowering eye pressure in people with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. About 489 participants took part in this phase 3 trial. The main goal was to measure eye pressure at …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:53 UTC
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New eye drops show promise for glaucoma patients
Disease control CompletedThis study tested two new eye drops (AR-17043 and a combination with latanoprost) to see if they safely lower eye pressure in people with open-angle glaucoma or high eye pressure. A total of 426 adults took part. The goal was to find the best dose for reducing pressure, which is …
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Disease control
Last updated May 18, 2026 12:11 UTC
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New contact lens fit study aims for better comfort in nearsighted patients
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at how well delefilcon A contact lenses fit in people with nearsightedness (myopia). Researchers tested different lens sizes and curves in 257 participants to see which gave the best movement and position on the eye. The goal was to find lens options that feel c…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 11:58 UTC
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New eye drop eases dry eye discomfort in 188-Person trial
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new lubricating eye drop in 188 adults with mild to moderate dry eye disease. Participants used the drops and reported their symptoms after 30 days. The results showed that the drops helped reduce eye discomfort, with no major safety concerns.
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 11:57 UTC
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New dry eye drop shows similar safety to standard artificial tears
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new eye drop (AR-15512) for dry eye disease in 55 adults. The goal was to see how many people had eye-related side effects compared to a standard artificial tear (REFRESH® Classic). Results help understand the safety of this new drop for future use.
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 11:47 UTC
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Which lens helps you see better? new study compares two multifocal contacts
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two types of multifocal contact lenses for people with presbyopia, an age-related condition that makes it hard to see up close. 106 current contact lens wearers tried both lenses and had their distance vision checked after one week. The goal was to see how well …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 11:46 UTC
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New lens implant shows promise for sharper vision after cataract surgery
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two different trifocal lens implants used during cataract surgery to see which one gives better vision. 87 people who needed cataract surgery in both eyes took part. Each person received one type of lens in one eye and the other type in the other eye, so the len…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:04 UTC
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New lens implant shows promise in helping cataract patients see clearly without glasses
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two different trifocal lens implants (Clareon PanOptix Pro vs. Clareon PanOptix) in 71 cataract patients to see which one works better. Each patient received one type of lens in each eye. The goal was to improve vision at all distances after cataract surgery. Re…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:01 UTC
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New eye drops zap redness fast and keep eyes clear for hours
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested an eye drop called FID 123320 to see if it safely reduces redness from minor eye irritation. 283 children and adults received either the active drop or a placebo. The drop worked quickly (within 15 minutes) and kept eyes less red for up to 10 hours.
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 22, 2026 13:51 UTC
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New eye drop shows promise for instant dry eye relief
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a new eye drop called AR-15512 in 81 adults with dry eye disease. The goal was to see if it could quickly increase tear production, measured by tear meniscus height using a special camera. Results showed a positive change from baseline at 3 minutes after use, su…
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 20, 2026 11:53 UTC
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New eye drops zap redness fast and last for hours
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested a medicated eye drop (apraclonidine) to see if it reduces eye redness from minor irritations better than a placebo drop. 159 adults with a history of using redness-relief drops took part. The main goal was to measure redness change 15 minutes and 10 hours after …
Phase: PHASE3 • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 15:58 UTC
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New contact lenses put to the test for clearer vision
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two different types of monthly replacement contact lenses designed to help people with both astigmatism and age-related vision changes (presbyopia). 95 regular contact lens wearers tried each lens type for about 30 days to see how well they worked for distance v…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Apr 01, 2026 14:42 UTC
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Cataract lens study confirms good vision at multiple distances
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at 155 people who already had Clareon Vivity or standard lenses implanted after cataract surgery. Researchers measured how well they could see at far, intermediate, and near distances under bright light. The goal was to confirm the lenses perform as expected. No…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Alcon Research • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 22, 2026 14:01 UTC