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ABBV-444

Phase 3

Dry Eye Disease | Small molecule | Ophthalmology |AbbVie Inc.|Last Updated: Jun 17, 2026

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Trial Design

RandomizedDouble-BlindACTIVE_CONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment261

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

ABBV-444 · 2 trials · 2 indications

Phase 3 2
NCT07284381A Clinical Study to Evaluate the Effect and Side Effect of a New Artificial Tear Formulation (ABBV-444) Compared to Refresh Optive Unit Dose in Adult Participants With Dry Eye DiseaseDry Eye Disease
ACTIVE NOT_RECRUITING261 Analytics
NCT05878067A Study to Assess Symptom Relief and Product Tolerability of ABBV-444 Drops in Adult ParticipantsDry Eye Syndrome
COMPLETED40 Analytics
PHASE3ACTIVE NOT_RECRUITING
A Clinical Study to Evaluate the Effect and Side Effect of a New Artificial Tear Formulation (ABBV-444) Compared to Refresh Optive Unit Dose in Adult Participants With Dry Eye Disease
Dry Eye DiseaseUnlock trial analytics
PHASE3COMPLETED
A Study to Assess Symptom Relief and Product Tolerability of ABBV-444 Drops in Adult Participants
Dry Eye SyndromeUnlock trial analytics

Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Change from Baseline in Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) Score
Baseline to Day 90

The OSDI is a 12-question survey for patients to document their dry eye disease symptoms. The OSDI consists of a 5- point scale (0=none of the time to 4=all of the time), with higher scores representing worse symptoms. The scores are totaled over the 12 questions and converted to a score of 0-100 (0=no symptom to 100=worst symptom). A negative number change from baseline represents an improvement.

Number of Participants with Adverse Events (AEs)
Baseline to Day 90

An AE is defined as any untoward medical occurrence in a patient or clinical investigation in which a participant is administered a pharmaceutical product which does not necessarily have a causal relationship with this treatment.

Change From Baseline to Day 30 in Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) Score
Baseline to Day 30

The OSDI is a 12-question survey for participants to document their dry eye disease symptoms. The OSDI consists of a 5-point scale ranging from 0 (none of the time) to 4 (all of the time), with higher scores representing greater disability. The scores from the 12 questions are totaled and converted to an overall score ranging from 0 (no disability) to 100 (complete disability). A negative number change from baseline represents an improvement.

Secondary Endpoints

Change from Baseline in Total Ocular Surface Staining Score (OS Staining) (modified NEI Grid, with fluorescein for cornea; and lissamine green for conjunctiva)
Baseline to Day 90
Change from Baseline in Tear Breakup Time (TBUT) with Fluorescein
Baseline to Day 90
Patient Eye Drop Experience (PEDE) Survey Scores at Day 30 (Visual Analog Scale)
Day 30
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingDOUBLE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
ABBV-444EXPERIMENTALParticipant will receive ABBV-444 as needed but at least twice a day for 90 days.
REFRESH OPTIVE UDACTIVE_COMPARATORParticipant will receive REFRESH PLUS as needed but at least twice a day for 90 days. (Refresh Plus is the run-in medication for 7-10 days before study treatment assignment)

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
ABBV-444DRUGTopical eye drop
REFRESH OPTIVE UDDRUGTopical eye drop
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites20

Inclusion Criteria: * Ocular Surface Disease Index (OSDI) score of ≥ 28 and ≤ 65 (based upon a 0 to 100 scale) at Screening. (Day -7) and an OSDI score of ≥ 18 and ≤ 65 (based upon a 0 to 100 scale) at Baseline (Day 1). * Three consecutive tear breakup time (TBUT) tests of ≤ 10 seconds in at least ...

Countries:United States
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Competitive Landscape -Dry Eye Disease 7 trials

Recent Changes (Last 90 Days)

MEDIUMJun 18, 2026NCT07284381Status: RECRUITING → ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
MEDIUMJun 18, 2026NCT07284381Status: RECRUITING → ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
MEDIUMJun 18, 2026NCT07284381Status: RECRUITING → ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING
MEDIUMJun 18, 2026NCT07284381Status: RECRUITING → ACTIVE_NOT_RECRUITING

Frequently asked questions about ABBV-444

What is ABBV-444 used for?

ABBV-444 is an investigational small molecule being developed for Dry Eye Disease and Dry Eye Syndrome. It is formulated as eye drops and is intended to provide symptom relief and improve tolerability in adult patients with these conditions. The drug is currently in Phase 3 clinical development.

Who makes ABBV-444?

ABBV-444 is being developed by AbbVie Inc., a biopharmaceutical company traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker ABBV. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the drug's safety and efficacy in patients with dry eye conditions.

What phase is ABBV-444 in?

ABBV-444 is in Phase 3 clinical development. It is an investigational drug and has not been approved by regulatory authorities. Two Phase 3 trials have been conducted or are ongoing to assess its effects in adult patients with Dry Eye Disease and Dry Eye Syndrome.

What clinical trials is ABBV-444 in?

ABBV-444 has been studied in two Phase 3 trials. NCT05878067, a completed study with 40 participants, assessed symptom relief and tolerability in Dry Eye Syndrome. NCT07284381, an active but not recruiting trial with 261 participants, compares ABBV-444 to Refresh Optive Unit Dose in Dry Eye Disease.

How does ABBV-444 work?

ABBV-444 is a small molecule formulated as an artificial tear. It is designed to relieve symptoms of Dry Eye Disease and Dry Eye Syndrome by lubricating the ocular surface. Its mechanism involves supplementing natural tears to reduce discomfort associated with dry eye conditions.