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Minocycline Fails to Halt Progression of Dry AMD
In a recent phase II clinical trial conducted by the National Eye Institute (NEI), part of the National Institutes of Health, the antibiotic minocycline, known for its anti-inflammatory properties, was tested for its efficacy in slowing down the progression of…
Innovent’s nAMD Drug Succeeds in Phase 2 Trial
Innovent Biologics announced that its second Phase 2 clinical trial of efdamrofusp alfa (R&D code: IBI302), a high-dose recombinant human VEGFR-Fc-Human CR1 fusion protein injection, has achieved its primary endpoint in treating Chinese subjects with neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD).…
Top 12 Gene Therapies for Eye Diseases and Blindness
In a groundbreaking era of medical research, scientists and clinicians are spearheading novel gene therapies that hold promise for transforming the landscape of eye disease treatment. These cutting-edge interventions address a spectrum of conditions ranging from Usher Syndrome and retinoschisis…
OcuTerra’s Nesvategrast Misses Mark in Diabetic Retinopathy Trial
OcuTerra Therapeutics announced the topline results from its phase 2 DR:EAM (Diabetic Retinopathy: Early Active Management) clinical trial, evaluating the efficacy of nesvategrast (OTT166). Nesvategrast, an innovative RGD integrin inhibitor formulated as an eye drop, was under investigation for its…
Eversight Partners with Emmecell for Ocular Therapy Advances
Eversight, a leading non-profit dedicated to the restoration of sight through the recovery, processing, and distribution of corneal tissue, announced a strategic partnership with Emmecell Biotech, a biotechnology company focused on developing novel cell therapies for ocular diseases. This collaboration…
Dr. Arshad Khanani Joins Ophtea as Chief Medical Advisor
Opthea Limited announced Dr. Arshad M. Khanani, MD, MA, FASRS, as its new Chief Medical Advisor. Dr. Khanani, renowned in retina specialization and clinical research, brings a wealth of expertise from his tenure at Sierra Eye Associates and his academic…
Opthea Completes Enrollment for Wet AMD Trial
Opthea has reached a significant milestone in its quest to combat wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) with the completion of patient enrollment in the COAST phase 3 pivotal clinical trial. The trial investigates sozinibercept (OPT-302), a promising vascular endothelial growth…
Lotilaner Shows Promise for Treating Demodex Blepharitis
A team of investigators, led by Elizabeth Yeu, MD, from Virginia Eye Consultants in Norfolk, Virginia, reported the safety and efficacy of lotilaner ophthalmic solution, 0.25% (TP-03, Tarsus Pharmaceuticals Inc.), in treating Demodex blepharitis. Demodex mites are the most common…
Roche Halts Development of Diabetic Retinopathy Drug
Swiss-based pharmaceutical company Roche has announced the discontinuation of its oral diabetic retinopathy treatment, vicasinabin, after successfully completing Phase II clinical trials. In a recent presentation to investors, Roche confirmed its decision to halt further investment in vicasinabin, a promising…
EyePoint Launches VERONA Trial for EYP-1901 in DME
EyePoint Pharmaceuticals announced the dosing of the first patient in the VERONA clinical trial for their investigational therapy, EYP-1901, for the treatment of Diabetic Macular Edema (DME). EYP-1901, a sustained delivery therapy, incorporates vorolanib, a selective tyrosine kinase inhibitor, formulated…