The Efficacy of a Smart Phone-based Test on Measuring Pupillary Light Reflex Alterations Following Cannabis Use Healthy in Adults

NCT ID: NCT06967051

Last Updated: 2025-07-17

Study Results

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Basic Information

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Recruitment Status

RECRUITING

Clinical Phase

NA

Total Enrollment

20 participants

Study Classification

INTERVENTIONAL

Study Start Date

2025-05-22

Study Completion Date

2025-08-31

Brief Summary

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The goal of this open label study is to evaluate the efficacy of smart phone-based test (SOBEREYE OPTOVERA) on measuring pupillary light reflex (PLR) alterations following cannabis use healthy in adults. The main question it aims to answer is:

Can SOBEREYE OPTOVERA detect PLR alterations following cannabis consumption in healthy adults, in comparison to a pupillometer?

Participants will be given two 5 mg capsules to be ingested for the 10 mg THC dose or five 5 mg capsules to be ingested for the 25 mg THC. Participants will be asked to complete PLR tests throughout the study day.

Detailed Description

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Conditions

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Cannabis Intoxication Drug Effects

Study Design

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Allocation Method

RANDOMIZED

Intervention Model

PARALLEL

Open label pilot study
Primary Study Purpose

DIAGNOSTIC

Blinding Strategy

NONE

Study Groups

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Tetrahydrocannabinol (10 mg)

10 mg of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) provided as a softgel capsule.

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

Tetrahydrocannabinol (10 mg)

Intervention Type DRUG

10 mg of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) provided as a softgel capsule

Pupillary Light Reflex (PLR) Test

Intervention Type DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

SOBEREYE OPTOVERA is a portable, non-invasive test that measures the Pupillary Light Reflex (PLR)

Pupillometer

Intervention Type DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

NeuroLight is an automated pupillometer that generates a flash of light and measures the photomotor reflex very accurately.

Tetrahydrocannabinol (25 mg)

25 mg of THC provided as a softgel capsule.

Group Type EXPERIMENTAL

Tetrahydrocannabinol (25 mg)

Intervention Type DRUG

25 mg of THC provided as a softgel capsule.

Pupillary Light Reflex (PLR) Test

Intervention Type DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

SOBEREYE OPTOVERA is a portable, non-invasive test that measures the Pupillary Light Reflex (PLR)

Pupillometer

Intervention Type DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

NeuroLight is an automated pupillometer that generates a flash of light and measures the photomotor reflex very accurately.

Interventions

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Tetrahydrocannabinol (10 mg)

10 mg of Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) provided as a softgel capsule

Intervention Type DRUG

Tetrahydrocannabinol (25 mg)

25 mg of THC provided as a softgel capsule.

Intervention Type DRUG

Pupillary Light Reflex (PLR) Test

SOBEREYE OPTOVERA is a portable, non-invasive test that measures the Pupillary Light Reflex (PLR)

Intervention Type DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

Pupillometer

NeuroLight is an automated pupillometer that generates a flash of light and measures the photomotor reflex very accurately.

Intervention Type DIAGNOSTIC_TEST

Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria

1. Males and females 21 years of age or older
2. Females not of child-bearing potential, defined as those who have undergone a sterilization procedure (e.g. hysterectomy, bilateral oophorectomy, bilateral tubal ligation, complete endometrial ablation) or have been post-menopausal for at least 1 year prior to screening Or,

Individuals of child-bearing potential must have a negative baseline urine pregnancy test and agree to use a medically approved method of birth control for the duration of the study. All hormonal birth control must have been in use for a minimum of three months. Acceptable methods of birth control include:
1. Hormonal contraceptives including oral contraceptives, hormone birth control patch (Ortho Evra), vaginal contraceptive ring (NuvaRing), injectable contraceptives (Depo-Provera, Lunelle), or hormone implant (Norplant System)
2. Double-barrier method
3. Intrauterine devices
4. Non-heterosexual lifestyle and agrees to use contraception if planning on changing to heterosexual partner(s)
5. Vasectomy of partner at least 6 months prior to screening
6. Abstinence and agrees to use contraception if planning on becoming sexually active during the study
3. Self-reported cannabis users based on the Cannabis Use Questionnaire who are familiar and experienced with THC's acute psychoactive effects from the doses and route of administration to be used in this study without previous severe adverse reactions after cannabis ingestion
4. Self-reported cannabis use at least 3x per month but no more than 3x per week
5. Agrees to abstain from cannabis use for 3 days prior to study visit
6. Willingness to complete all assessments associated with the study and agrees to safe transportation home
7. Provided voluntary, written, informed consent to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria

1. Individuals who are pregnant, breast feeding or planning to become pregnant during the study
2. Allergy, sensitivity, intolerance, or dietary restriction preventing consumption study products
3. Current and ongoing neurological or ophthalmological issue that could affect the retina (blindness, glaucoma, dry eyes, retinal diseases, pupil abnormalities, cataracts, sensitivity to bright lights)
4. History of surgery on eyes or retinas except for laser corneal surgery
5. Current or history of psychological disorders (e.g., schizophrenia and psychosis)
6. Current or history of any significant diseases of the gastrointestinal tract as assessed by the QI
7. Type I or Type II diabetes with diabetic retinopathy
8. Unstable metabolic disease or chronic diseases as assessed by the QI
9. Unstable hypertension. Treatment on a stable dose of medication for at least 3 months will be considered by the QI (see below)
10. Significant cardiovascular event in the past 6 months. Participants with no significant cardiovascular event on stable medication may be included after assessment by the QI on a case-by-case basis
11. History of or current diagnosis with kidney and/or liver diseases as assessed by the QI on a case-by-case basis, with the exception of history of kidney stones in participants who are symptom free for 6 months
12. Self-reported confirmation of current or pre-existing thyroid condition. Treatment on a stable dose of medication for at least 3 months will be considered by the QI
13. Major surgery in the past 3 months or individuals who have planned surgery during the course of the study. Participants with minor surgery will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the QI
14. Cancer, except skin basal cell carcinoma completely excised with no chemotherapy or radiation with a follow up that is negative. Volunteers with cancer in full remission for more than five years after diagnosis are acceptable
15. Individuals with an unstable autoimmune disease
16. Self-reported confirmation of a HIV-, Hepatitis B- and/or C-positive diagnosis as assessed by the QI
17. Alcohol or drug abuse within the last 12 months
18. Impairment from illicit drugs or alcohol during their study visit, as assessed by the QI or Sub-Investigator
19. Alcohol intake average of \>2 standard drinks per day as assessed by the QI
20. Current use of prescribed and/or over-the-counter (OTC) medications, supplements, and/or consumption of food/drinks that may impact the efficacy and/or safety of the investigational product (see below)
21. Participation in other research studies 30 days prior to baseline, as assessed by the QI
22. Individuals who are cognitively impaired and/or who are unable to give informed consent
23. Any other condition or lifestyle factor, that, in the opinion of the QI, may adversely affect the participant's ability to complete the study or its measures or pose significant risk to the participant
Minimum Eligible Age

21 Years

Eligible Sex

ALL

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Yes

Sponsors

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KGK Science Inc.

INDUSTRY

Sponsor Role collaborator

Sobereye Inc.

INDUSTRY

Sponsor Role lead

Responsible Party

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Responsibility Role SPONSOR

Principal Investigators

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David Crowley, MD

Role: PRINCIPAL_INVESTIGATOR

KGK Science Inc.

Locations

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KGK Science Inc.

London, Ontario, Canada

Site Status RECRUITING

Countries

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Canada

Central Contacts

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Erin Lewis, PhD

Role: CONTACT

1-226-242-4551 ext. 248

Facility Contacts

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Erin Lewis, PhD

Role: primary

Other Identifiers

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24SICFP01

Identifier Type: -

Identifier Source: org_study_id

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