Clinical trials
Chemotherapy clinical trials
Below are recruiting chemotherapy clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,986 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04282356RecruitingPhase 2
Test of strong chemotherapy delivered inside the abdomen
This Phase 2 trial tests an intensive treatment for advanced ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer. It combines planned surgery to remove visible tumor with chemotherapy that is put directly inside the abdomen during the operation, aiming to control the cancer more effectively.
MontpellierAges 18–75 - NCT07408635RecruitingPhase 2
New Immunotherapy Plus Chemotherapy Before Lung Cancer Surgery
This trial tests a new combination of an immunotherapy drug (IBI363) plus chemotherapy before surgery in people with Stage III lung cancer that can't be removed at first. The goal is to shrink the tumor so it can be surgically removed.
ShanghaiAges 18 years+ - NCT07410975RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy and chemo before surgery for lung cancer
This trial tests combining two immunotherapy drugs (anti-CTLA-4 antibody and sintilimab) with chemotherapy before surgery for stage II-III non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see if this approach helps shrink tumors and improve outcomes.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07398937RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy before surgery for stage II-IIIA squamous NSCLC
This trial compares two immunotherapy drugs (serplulimab and nivolumab) given before surgery for people with resectable stage II-IIIA squamous non-small cell lung cancer. The goal is to see which works better to shrink the tumor and improve outcomes.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07398599Recruiting
Double-dose targeted therapy plus chemo for lung cancer spread to brain lining
This trial tests a stronger dose of an EGFR-targeted drug combined with bevacizumab and chemotherapy into the spinal fluid for patients with non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to the lining of the brain and is no longer responding to standard treatment.
Nanchang, JiangxiAges 18–99 - NCT07407231Recruiting
Chemo and radiation for advanced inoperable pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a combined treatment of chemotherapy followed by a precise type of radiation therapy (SBRT) for people with pancreatic cancer that cannot be surgically removed. It is designed for those who have not yet started treatment for locally advanced disease.
LjubljanaAges 18 years+ - NCT07392892RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of PF-08634404 plus chemo for stomach and esophagus cancer
This trial tests a new study drug called PF-08634404 in combination with standard chemotherapy for people with stomach, gastroesophageal junction, or esophagus cancer that has spread. It aims to see if adding this drug helps the treatment work better.
Atascadero, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06832904RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo plus two targeted drugs before surgery for HER2+ breast cancer
This trial tests whether giving a combination of two targeted drugs (pyrotinib and trastuzumab) along with standard chemotherapy before surgery can work better for HER2-positive breast cancer. It is for women whose cancer has not spread to distant organs and who have not yet had treatment for their cancer.
HangzhouAges 18–75 - NCT07381829RecruitingPhase 1
HC010 plus chemotherapy for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests an experimental drug called HC010 combined with chemotherapy for people with advanced lung cancer, including certain types of non-small cell or small cell lung cancer. It aims to see if the combination is safe and effective.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07383818RecruitingPhase 2
Neoadjuvant therapy with trastuzumab rezetecan and toripalimab for HR+/HER2-low breast cancer
This trial tests a combination of two drugs (trastuzumab rezetecan and toripalimab) given before surgery to treat a specific type of breast cancer that is hormone-receptor-positive and HER2-low. It aims to see if this treatment can improve outcomes for patients who have not had prior cancer treatment.
HarbinAges 18–70 - NCT04600960RecruitingPhase 2
Eltrombopag to raise low platelets after chemotherapy
This Phase 2 study tests eltrombopag to help people with low platelet counts caused by chemotherapy (which can increase bleeding risk). It looks at whether raising platelets can reduce bleeding problems and help you stay on track with care.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT05236582RecruitingPhase 2
Herombopag for low platelets from chemotherapy side effects
This Phase 2 trial studies herombopag to raise very low platelet counts caused by chemotherapy and reduce bleeding risk. It may help people whose platelet levels stay too low even after prior standard attempts like rhTPO or IL-11.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07371611RecruitingPhase 3
Sintilimab plus chemo before and after surgery for advanced oral cancer
This trial tests whether adding an immunotherapy drug (sintilimab) to standard chemotherapy before and after surgery can improve outcomes for people with advanced oral squamous cell carcinoma. The treatment is given first to shrink the tumor, then again after surgery to help prevent recurrence.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT07372079RecruitingPhase 2
Immunotherapy and chemotherapy before surgery for early triple-negative breast cancer
This trial tests a new immunotherapy combination with chemotherapy given before breast cancer surgery, to shrink the tumor and improve outcomes. It's for people with early-stage triple-negative breast cancer whose tumors are larger than 2 cm.
TianjinAges 18–75 - NCT06670911RecruitingPhase 2
Lower dose pembrolizumab with chemo for advanced cervical cancer
This trial tests a lower dose of pembrolizumab combined with standard chemotherapy as a first treatment for cervical cancer that has spread, come back, or cannot be removed by surgery. The goal is to see if this combination can help shrink tumors and slow the cancer's growth.
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de JaneiroAges 18 years+ - NCT07365007Recruiting
Diet study to improve nerve pain after chemo
This study tests a diet program delivered online to help reduce nerve damage symptoms like numbness and tingling caused by chemotherapy. It is for cancer survivors who completed treatment and still have these symptoms.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06849193Recruiting
Predicting treatment outcomes in advanced bile duct cancer
This study looks at how well current chemotherapy and immunotherapy work for advanced bile duct or gallbladder cancers that cannot be removed by surgery. Researchers will collect data from multiple centers to build a model that helps predict how patients may respond to treatment.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT07354061RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Ensartinib plus chemo before surgery for ALK+ lung cancer
This trial tests whether taking the targeted therapy Ensartinib (which blocks ALK) along with standard chemotherapy before surgery can help shrink ALK-positive lung cancer and improve outcomes. It is for people who have not yet had treatment and whose cancer is at a stage that can be removed with surgery.
Xi’an, ShanxiAges 18–75 - NCT07358676RecruitingPhase 2
Study of bemotuzumab plus chemo and anlotinib for advanced small cell lung cancer
This trial tests a combination of the targeted drug bemotuzumab, chemotherapy, and anlotinib (which blocks blood vessel growth) followed by radiation therapy for people with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer who haven't had treatment yet. The goal is to see if this approach helps control the cancer.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06850454RecruitingPhase 3
Olanzapine vs placebo for nausea from first chemo
This study tests if the drug olanzapine (commonly used for nausea) can help prevent vomiting in people receiving moderately strong chemotherapy for the first time. It may be a good fit if you're about to start treatment with oxaliplatin, irinotecan, or carboplatin and haven't had severe nausea treatments before.
Bangkok, BangkokAges 18 years+ - NCT06344156RecruitingPhase 1
Personalized vaccine combined with immunotherapy and chemo after pancreatic cancer surgery
This trial tests a personalized neoantigen vaccine given along with an anti-PD1 drug (pembrolizumab) and chemotherapy after surgery for pancreatic cancer. The goal is to see if this combination can help prevent the cancer from coming back.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–75 - NCT06857292RecruitingPhase 2
A study of a new medicine to prevent fever in children on chemotherapy
This study tests a new medicine called Telpegfilgrastim to help prevent fever from low white blood cell counts in children (14–17) with certain cancers who are getting strong chemotherapy. It aims to see if the medicine is safe and works well.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 14–18 - NCT07351487RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo plus immunotherapy and anti-angiogenic drug for TNBC before surgery
This trial tests whether adding sintilimab (an immunotherapy) and bevacizumab (a drug that blocks blood supply to tumors) to standard chemotherapy before surgery can improve outcomes for women with stage II or III triple-negative breast cancer. It may help your immune system fight the cancer more effectively.
HefeiAges 18–75 - NCT07352514Recruiting
Natural supplements and exercise for chemo nerve pain
This study tests if a combination of two natural supplements (PEA and Scutellaria) plus a specific exercise program can help reduce nerve pain caused by chemotherapy. It is for people who have had chemotherapy in the last 6 months and still have moderate to severe nerve pain.
Palermo, ItaliaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for chemotherapy?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,986 recruiting chemotherapy studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a chemotherapy trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a chemotherapy trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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