Altaire Gel Forming Solution Versus Refresh Tears for the Treatment of Dry Eye Signs and Symptoms

A Randomized Masked Evaluation of Altaire Gel Forming Solution Versus Refresh Tears for the Treatment of Dry Eye Signs and Symptoms

The purpose of this study is to evaluate and compare the effects of Altaire Gel forming solution and Refresh Tears in mild-moderate dry eye patients.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients 18 years or older.
• Males or females.
• Patient reported dry eye symptoms (episodic, annoying, activity limiting).
• Physician assessment of mild-moderate dry eye.
• Patient willing to instill drops TID and complete entire length of protocol.
• TBUT _< 10 seconds.
• At least Grade 6 Corneal Staining.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Current topical cyclosporine use (Restasis)
• Current Refresh use.
• Refractive surgery within the last 6 months.
• Oral or topical corticosteroid use.
• Severe dry eye patients by physician assessment.
• Current active blepharitis.
• Oral doxycycline use.
• Oral antihistamine use.