Double-Masked, Placebo-Controlled Safety and Efficacy Trial of Diquafosol Tetrasodium (INS365) Ophthalmic Solution for the Treatment of Dry Eye

Abstract

Diquafosol tetrasodium was well tolerated and was superior to placebo (vehicle) in reducing corneal staining and in relieving certain patient symptoms. Diquafosol has a favorable risk/benefit profile in a broad spectrum of patients with dry eye disease and is a novel topical treatment of dry eye.