Evaluating new eye drops for treating glaucoma and ocular hypertension

A Phase II, Prospective, Two-Stage, Double-Masked, Randomized, Multi-Center, Controlled, Dose-Response Study Assessing the Safety and Ocular Hypotensive Efficacy of AR-17043 and PG043 (AR-17043/Latanoprost) Ophthalmic Solutions in Subjects With Elevated Intraocular Pressure

PHASE2 · Alcon Research · NCT06441643

This study is testing two new eye drops to see if they can safely help people with glaucoma or high eye pressure feel better.

Quick facts

PhasePHASE2
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment450 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorAlcon Research (industry)
Locations12 sites (Garden Grove, California and 11 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06441643 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to assess the safety and effectiveness of two new ophthalmic solutions, AR-17043 and PG043, in patients with open-angle glaucoma (OAG) or ocular hypertension (OHT). The trial is divided into two stages: the first stage involves approximately 100 participants who will receive different concentrations of AR-17043 or a placebo for 7 days. The second stage will include around 350 participants who will be randomized to receive various formulations, including PG043 and other established treatments, over a 28-day period.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults diagnosed with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension with specific intraocular pressure measurements.

Not a fit: Patients currently using more than two ocular hypotensive medications or those with other types of glaucoma may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this trial could lead to more effective treatment options for patients suffering from glaucoma and ocular hypertension.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise with similar approaches in treating glaucoma, indicating potential for success in this trial.

Eligibility criteria

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Stage 1 Key Inclusion Criteria;

* Diagnosis of OAG or OHT in both eyes.
* High unmedicated IOP measurements in the study eye as specified in the protocol.
* Corrected visual acuity equal to or better than +1.0 logMAR (Snellen equivalent equal to or better than 20/200) in the study eye.
* Other protocol-specified inclusion criteria may apply.

Stage 2 Key Inclusion Criteria:

* Diagnosis of OAG or OHT in both eyes.
* High unmedicated IOP measurements in the study eye as specified in the protocol.
* Corrected visual acuity equal to or better than +0.7 logMAR (Snellen equivalent equal to or better than 20/100) in the study eye.
* Other protocol-specified inclusion criteria may apply.

Stage 1 and Stage 2 Key Exclusion Criteria:

* Current use of more than 2 ocular hypotensive medications within 30 days (either eye).
* Intraocular pressure greater than 36 millimeters mercury (mmHg) at Screening.
* Glaucoma other than OAG.
* Previous glaucoma surgery.
* Any abnormality preventing reliable measurements.
* Unable to demonstrate proper eyedrop instillation.
* Other protocol-specified exclusion criteria may apply.

Where this trial is running

Garden Grove, California and 11 other locations

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.

View on ClinicalTrials.gov →

Conditions: Open Angle Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension, Glaucoma, IOP

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 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.