Multicenter randomized phase 3 study of a sustained-release intracanalicular dexamethasone insert for treatment of ocular inflammation and pain after cataract surgery

Abstract

Both primary endpoints were successfully met. In addition, patients receiving the dexamethasone insert experienced a decrease in inflammation after surgery as early as Day 4 through Day 45, and a decrease in pain as early as one day after surgery (Day 2) through Day 45. The dexamethasone insert was well-tolerated, and the adverse events profile was similar to placebo.