Evaluating HUC3-053 for treating dry eye syndrome

A Multicenter, Randomized, Double-blinded, Non-inferiority Phase 3 Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of HUC3-053 Compared with Hyalein Mini Eye Drops in Patients with Dry Eye Syndrome

Phase 3 Interventional Huons Co., Ltd. · NCT06388070

This study is testing a new treatment called HUC3-053 for people with dry eye syndrome to see if it works as well as the standard eye drops they usually use.

Quick facts

PhasePhase 3
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment280 (estimated)
Ages19 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorHuons Co., Ltd. Industry-sponsored
Locations1 site (Seoul, Jongno-gu)
Trial IDNCT06388070 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This multi-center, randomized, double-blinded, non-inferiority study aims to assess the efficacy and safety of HUC3-053 in patients suffering from dry eye syndrome. After a 2-week run-in period where all participants receive a rescue drug, they will be randomly assigned to receive either HUC3-053 or Hyalein Mini Drops for 12 weeks, administered bilaterally five to six times a day. The study will measure various clinical outcomes to determine the effectiveness of HUC3-053 compared to the standard treatment.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 19 with persistent symptoms of dry eye disease for at least three months and specific clinical test results indicating moderate to severe dry eye.

Not a fit: Patients with significant ocular disorders or those currently using medications that affect dry eye symptoms may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could provide a new effective option for patients suffering from dry eye syndrome.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with similar approaches in treating dry eye syndrome, indicating a promising avenue for HUC3-053.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Age over 19
* Volunteer who have had more than one symptom of dry eye disease for at least 3 month before screening visit.
* Corneal staining score(Oxford grading) ≥ 2 and Schirmer test ≤ 10mm/5min (If Schirmer test = 0mm/5min, Nasal stimulation schirmer test ≥ 3mm/5min) and TBUT test ≤10 and OSDI (Ocular Surface Disease Index) ≥ 23 in at least one of both eyes
* Best corrected visual acuity ≥ 0.2 in both eyes at Screening and Randomization Visit

Exclusion Criteria:

* The patients with clinically significant ocular disorders affected the test result Current or recent patients used dry eye syndrome medications (topical or systemic) that may affect the status
* SBP ≥140mmHg or DBP ≥ 90mmHg or HbA1c\>9%
* Wearing contact lenses within 72 hr of screening visit
* Pregnancy or Breastfeeding

Where this trial is running

Seoul, Jongno-gu

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Dry Eye Syndromes
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.