Clinical Evidence Hub
A single place to review published research, registered studies, and independent coverage related to Zocular and ZEST. This page is intended for education and reference.
Peer-reviewed
Lid scrubbing with a gel combining natural extracts for dry eye treatment — retrospective evaluation measuring tear film stability, corneal staining, OSDI, and ocular pain before and after an in-clinic lid scrubbing procedure.
Clinical trials
ZEST for Meibomian Gland Dysfunction & Contact Lens Intolerance — registered trial evaluating outcomes related to MGD symptoms and contact lens comfort in patients with blepharitis and daily contact lens wear.
The Effect of a Pre-cataract Surgical Ocular Hygiene Regime on Microbial Load, Tear Osmolarity, Dry Eye, and Inflammatory Markers — registered study assessing two pre-operative ocular hygiene regimens prior to cataract surgery, both using at-home lid wipes and cleansing drops, with one arm including omega-3 supplementation.
Clinical context
Anti-demodectic effects of an okra eyelid patch in Demodex blepharitis — prospective comparison evaluating Demodex counts, OSDI symptoms, TBUT, corneal staining, and meibomian gland measures (meibum quality, expressibility) over 3 months.
Eyelid cleaning: methods, evidence, and role in blepharitis management — clinical overview of lid hygiene approaches and their importance in ocular surface disease and evaporative dry eye care.
Note: Ingredient-focused studies provide background context. Outcomes vary by formulation, patient population, and underlying lid margin disease.
Independent coverage
“Setting Up a Dry Eye Clinic” — ZEST showcased at 100% Optical
“The Body Doctor Brings New Treatment for Dry Eye Disease to Boots Opticians”
“An Ophthalmologist Taught Me How to Restore Lash Loss — Now, Mine Are the Healthiest They’ve Ever Been”
NovaBay Pharmaceuticals to Distribute Zocular® Dry Eye Products
“I honestly have no words for this one.” — episode referenced on the Zocular Press & Media page.
Expert videos
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