Taurine Eye Drops May Prevent the Progression of Cataract (NCT06639711) | Clinical Trial Compass
Active — Not RecruitingPhase 1/2
Taurine Eye Drops May Prevent the Progression of Cataract
Iraq50 participantsStarted 2023-07-10
Plain-language summary
The aim of the current intervention study is to determine the effectiveness of taurine containing eye drops (available under brand name VIZILOTON) to prevent the progression of grade I and II senile cataract.
This study could answer:
* Dose continuous use of taurine-containing eye drops could prevent further deterioration of vision in mild cases of cataract?
* The acceptance/ compliance of participants to taurine-containing eye drops.
* Could long-term use of taurine-containing eye drops cause adverse effect(s)?
Participants will:
* Take taurine-containing eye drops (VIZILOTON eye drops) 4 times a day for one year.
* Visit eye clinic every 3 months for assessment and visual examination.
* Keep notes for their symptoms and their adherence to treatment.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* The presence of grade I or II senile cataract on one or two eyes.
Exclusion Criteria:
* clinical signs of glaucoma
* history of amblyopia, eye surgery, argon or YAG laser eye treatment, or major eye trauma
* history of iritis, retinal crystalline deposits, or optic nerve disease
* visually significant fundus pathology
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.