Clinical Trial

Comparing Efficacy of Tea Tree Oil Versus Topical Azithromycin in Treating Dry Eye

Not Yet Recruiting Phase 1/2
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Record status
This record was last updated April 10, 2025 (before its estimated July 1, 2025 completion). Its status may not reflect the trial's current state.
Summary
This study aims to compare the effects of azithromycin and tea tree oil on the clinical outcomes and inflammatory profile of patients with MGD-associated DED. By focusing on changes in tear IL-8 and IL-17 levels, the study seeks to provide insights into the differential mechanisms of these two treatments and their potential in addressing inflammation-driven DED.
Trial Details
NCT Number NCT06921525
Lead Sponsor Ehab Mohamed Elsayed Mohamed Saad
Collaborators: Tanta University
Conditions Dry Eye
Enrollment 44 participants
Start Date 2025-04-01
Primary Completion 2025-07-01 (estimated)
Study Completion 2025-08-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov 2025-04-10