The purpose of this study is to compare patient satisfaction with Pataday (Olopatadine hydrochloride 0.2%) one daily (QD) and Bepreve (Bepotastine besilate ophthalmic solution 1.5%) two times a day (BID).
5 week randomized study with 15 subjects using Pataday qd for 2 weeks, and the other 15 subjects using Bepreve BID for 2 weeks. Following a one-week washout period, the two groups are given the opposite test article (TA) for 2 weeks. Subjects to complete daily diary regarding effects of drug and are seen in clinic for 3 exams.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
30
1 drop in each eye once daily for 2 weeks
1 drop in each eye twice daily for 2 weeks
McCabe Vision Center
Murfreesboro, Tennessee, United States
Relief of ocular itching
All day relief of ocular itching throughout the treatment period.
Time frame: 5 weeks
Patient preference
Patient satisfaction, preference, and comfort with treatment
Time frame: 5 weeks
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