Prospective, Single Arm Clinical Trial for the Treatment of Dry Eyes Signs and Symptoms in Patients With Limited Tolerability of Contact Lens Wear
Vision Innovation Centers of Pennsylvania, LLC d/b/a Eye Care Specialists
Summary
This research study is to see if using Lacrifill is safe, easy to use, and helpful for people who wear contact lenses but can't wear them comfortably for long. Specifically, the study aims to determine whether regular use of Lacrifill over a 2-3 month period can help people wear their contacts longer without discomfort and reduce signs and symptoms of dry eye.
Eligibility
- Age range
- 22+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- No
Inclusion Criteria * \>21 years of age * Contact lens wearer * Previous Dry Eye Treatment * Be on a stable dose of antihistamines/Birth Control Medication and Lifitegrast and cyclosporine. * Schrimers Anesthetized less than or equal to 10 * CLDEQ-8 greater than or equal to 12 * Corneal Staining NEI grading scale greater than or equal to 1 Exclusion Criteria: * Known allergy to Hyaluronic Acid * Current topical ophthalmic drops other than dry eye treatment * Uncontrolled Diabetes * Diabetic Retinopathy * Pregnancy or Lactating * Corneal Surgery (except Refractive) * Corneal Scars * Keratocon…
Interventions
- DrugLacrifill
Lacrifill is a cross-linked hyaluronic acid derivative that temporarily blocks tear drainage, allowing patients eyed to be bathed in their own natural tears.
Location
- Eye Care SpecialistsKingston, Pennsylvania