PURPOSE: Inflammation associated with the ocular surface is multifactorial, with environmental, lifestyle, and physiological factors all contributing to ocular surface health. Preservative-free (PF) lubricating eye drops offer a tolerable, accessible option for symptomatic relief. This real-world study evaluated patient experiences with a novel PF lubricating eye drop (Blink Boost PF) containing hyaluronic acid (HA) and polyethylene glycol (PEG) in adults with dry eye symptoms.

METHODS: Adults (≥18 years) with self-reported dry eye symptoms and current users of over-the-counter (OTC) lubricating eye drops participated in a multicenter, prospective, open-label, real-world study. Participants used Blink Boost PF as needed for 4 weeks. Patient-reported outcomes including dry eye symptom severity, comfort, and satisfaction were collected via validated questionnaires at baseline and at follow-up visits.

RESULTS: Participants reported significant improvements in dry eye symptoms after using Blink Boost PF, with statistically significant reductions in symptom severity and improvements in comfort versus baseline. The majority of participants reported satisfaction with the product, citing benefits such as ease of use, fast-acting symptom relief, and tolerability. No serious adverse events were reported during the study.

CONCLUSIONS: In this real-world evaluation, Blink Boost PF demonstrated meaningful improvements in dry eye symptoms and patient-reported satisfaction in adults with dry eye. These findings support the use of PF lubricating eye drops with HA and PEG as an effective option for managing dry eye symptoms.