Clinical trials
Ketamine clinical trials
Below are recruiting ketamine clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 156 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07193901RecruitingPhase 2
Nasal spray for depression with suicidal thoughts
This trial tests an experimental nasal spray for people with major depression who are currently having suicidal thoughts. It aims to see if the spray can quickly reduce depression and suicidal feelings.
BeijingAges 18–64 - NCT07222007Recruiting
Induction agent choice and survival in ICU patients
This study looks at how the type of medicine used to start sedation in the surgical ICU affects early survival and recovery. It may help doctors choose safer options for critically ill patients.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07230171Recruiting
Short-term S-ketamine for fibromyalgia pain relief
This trial tests if low-dose S-ketamine, given as a short intravenous infusion, can safely improve fibromyalgia pain and other symptoms for people who haven't gotten enough relief from non-drug treatments. S-ketamine is a fast-acting medicine that blocks pain signals and may help reset how the brain processes pain.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT02543983RecruitingPhase 2
Brain scan and ketamine study for suicidal thoughts
This trial studies how ketamine affects the brain in people dealing with suicidal thoughts or an active suicide crisis. It uses questionnaires, consent testing, and brain imaging to look for biological changes that may relate to symptom improvement.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–70 - NCT07120477RecruitingPhase 4
Esketamine vs crisis planning vs usual care for suicide prevention
This trial compares three approaches to help people who recently tried to kill themselves or have strong suicidal thoughts: a nasal spray called esketamine, a personalized crisis response plan, or the best standard care available. It aims to find which method works best for preventing future suicide attempts.
Indaiatuba, São PauloAges 14 years+ - NCT07443254RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
IR-led deep sedation study for image-guided procedures
This study tests if a radiologist can safely give deep sedation medicine (ketamine) for certain procedures instead of general anesthesia. It might help you avoid general anesthesia while still being comfortable.
Charleston, West VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07557576Recruiting
Pain management approaches for children having cleft surgery
This study compares two types of anesthesia (with and without opioid painkillers) for children undergoing cleft lip or palate surgery. The goal is to see which approach better controls pain after surgery and reduces agitation as the child wakes up.
ZagrebAges 3 months–7 years - NCT07564531Recruiting
Safe sedation for heart catheterization in children
This study tests whether a combination of two sedative medications (dexmedetomidine and ketamine) works safely and effectively to keep children calm and still during heart catheterization—a procedure where a thin tube is guided through blood vessels to the heart for diagnosis or treatment.
HanoiAges Up to 18 years - NCT07640243Recruiting
Sedation Methods for Bile Duct Drainage Procedures
This study compares different sedation (sleep) methods used during a procedure to drain blocked bile ducts. Researchers want to see which sedation approach gives patients the best experience and fastest recovery.
Ankara, AnkaraAges 18 years+ - NCT07476482Enrolling by invitation
Shared decision-making during planned C-section under spinal anesthesia
This trial tests whether involving you in decisions during your planned C-section can improve your experience. You will be awake under spinal anesthesia and the study focuses on helping you feel more in control.
AlexandriaAges 18 years+ - NCT06739460Enrolling by invitation
Comparing pain relief: ketamine vs magnesium for hysteroscopy
This study compares two different sedatives, ketamine and magnesium, to see which provides better pain relief for women having a hysteroscopy (a procedure to examine the uterus). It might help you if you are having this procedure and want to be more comfortable during sedation.
Ankara, YenimahalleAges 18–55 - NCT06526078Enrolling by invitation
Combining brain training with ketamine for depression
This study tests if adding computer-based cognitive training to ketamine treatment can improve mood in people with depression that hasn't responded to other treatments. It aims to see if the combination works better than ketamine alone.
Oakland, CaliforniaAges 18–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for ketamine?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 156 recruiting ketamine 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 ketamine 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 ketamine 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.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.