A Study Evaluating the Efficacy of SAR 1118 (0.1%, 1.0%, 5.0%) Ophthalmic Solution in Subjects With Dry Eye Conducted in a Controlled Adverse Environment (CAE)

A Phase 2, Multicenter, Randomized, Double-Masked and Placebo-Controlled Study Evaluating the Efficacy of Three Different Concentrations (0.1%, 1.0%, 5.0%) of SAR 1118 Ophthalmic Solution in Subjects With Dry Eye Using the Controlled Adverse Environment (CAE) Model

The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of three different concentrations (0.1%, 1.0%, 5.0%) of SAR 1118 Ophthalmic Solution compared to placebo in the treatment of dry eye.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Signed Informed Consent Form and HIPAA document
• Willing and able to comply with all study procedures
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Patient-reported history of dry eye in both eyes
• Demonstrate a positive response when exposed to the Controlled Adverse Environment model
• A negative urine pregnancy test if female of childbearing potential and must use adequate birth control throughout the study period

Exclusion Criteria:

• Any ocular condition that, in the opinion of the Investigator, could affect study parameters including, but not limited to, active ocular infection, ocular inflammation, glaucoma, and/or diabetic retinopathy
• Unwilling to avoid wearing contact lenses for 7 days prior to and for duration of the study period
• Any blood donation or significant loss of blood within 56 days of Visit 1
• Any history of immunodeficiency disorder, positive HIV, hepatitis B, C, or evidence of acute active hepatitis A (anti-HAV IgM), or organ or bone marrow transplant.
• Use of any topical ophthalmic preparations (including tear substitutes) 72 hrs prior to screening assessments and through the entire study period
• Any significant illness that could interfere with study parameters
• History of laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis (LASIK) or similar type of corneal refractive surgery within 12 months prior to Visit 1, and/or any other ocular surgical procedure within 12 months prior to Visit 1; or any scheduled ocular surgical procedure during the study period.
• Known history of alcohol and/or drug abuse