Clinical trials
Oxytocin clinical trials
Below are recruiting oxytocin clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 59 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07366359Recruiting
Comparing two labor-starting medicines after water breaks early
This study compares two medicines to start labor after your water breaks early: one medicine (PGE2) is given first, then another (oxytocin), versus giving oxytocin alone. It aims to see which approach leads to a safer and smoother delivery.
Hanoi, HanoiAges 18 years+ - NCT07551882RecruitingPhase 2
Oxytocin and self-compassion training for borderline personality disorder
This study tests whether oxytocin (a hormone given as a nasal spray) combined with training in self-compassion can help people with borderline personality disorder, especially those who are very self-critical. You would receive the oxytocin spray and participate in self-compassion training sessions over several weeks.
Barcelona, BarcelonaAges 18–50 - NCT07425938Recruiting
How oxytocin affects emotional processing
This study looks at how oxytocin, a natural hormone, influences the way we process emotions. Healthy volunteers will receive oxytocin to understand its effects on emotion and brain activity.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–30 - NCT07265180Recruiting
Oxytocin and group therapy for schizophrenia
This trial tests whether adding oxytocin (a hormone that helps with social bonding) to group therapy can improve symptoms and social functioning in people with schizophrenia. It compares two different doses of oxytocin to see which works better.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges 18–75 - NCT07140237RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Can oxytocin improve attention?
This study tests if taking oxytocin (or a drug that blocks it) affects how well you pay attention. It helps researchers understand the role of oxytocin in focusing the mind.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–35 - NCT07119398RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two ways to start labor after water breaks early
This trial tests if adding a Foley bulb to oxytocin is better than oxytocin alone for inducing labor when your water has broken early (between 34 and 37 weeks). It aims to find the safest and most effective method to help you deliver.
Norfolk, VirginiaAges 18–50 - NCT07093060RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Oxytocin and atosiban effects on social attention
This trial tests how two oral medications, oxytocin and atosiban, affect the way healthy men pay attention to social cues. It aims to understand how these drugs influence social brain function.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–35 - NCT06808516RecruitingPhase 2
Can oxytocin spray improve sex life in people with AVP deficiency?
This study tests whether a nasal spray containing oxytocin can improve sexual well-being in people with a condition called arginine vasopressin deficiency (a problem with a hormone that controls water balance). Healthy volunteers who have mild sexual issues will also take part for comparison. Participants receive either the oxytocin spray or a placebo and fill out questionnaires about their sex life.
BaselAges 18 years+ - NCT06364228RecruitingPhase 2
Oxytocin nasal spray for dementia caregivers
This study tests whether a daily oxytocin nasal spray can help reduce stress and improve well-being in women who care for a family member with dementia. You would take the spray for 10 days and have brain scans and questionnaires.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 50 years+ - NCT05754073RecruitingPhase 2
Oxytocin to improve bone health in children with autism
This Phase 2 study tests whether oxytocin can help improve bone health in children and teens with autism spectrum disorder. It also checks safety by monitoring symptoms and doing blood tests and imaging.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 6–18 - NCT05761860RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Oxytocin to lower opioid misuse risk and pain in older adults
This early-phase study tests whether oxytocin (a hormone-like medication) can reduce how “appealing” opioids feel and also reduce pain. It’s aimed at older adults who have used opioids before but are not currently dealing with chronic pain most days.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 45–85 - NCT04303702Recruiting
Oxytocin during late labor to study childbirth changes
This study looks at how oxytocin, a medication that helps labor contractions, affects the second stage of labor. It may help researchers understand what leads to safer and smoother delivery for first-time mothers.
St Louis, MissouriAges Any age - NCT04551482RecruitingPhase 2
Oxytocin to help teens lose weight
This study tests whether the hormone oxytocin can help adolescents with obesity lose weight. You may be asked to stay on your usual diet and routines during the 18-week study to see how well the treatment works.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 10–18 - NCT06181396Recruiting
Timing of oxytocin in second stage of labor
This study looks at when oxytocin is started during the pushing phase of labor to understand if timing affects outcomes for the mother and baby.
HaifaAges 18 years+ - NCT06222749Recruiting
Oxytocin and Brain Reward in Women
This study looks at how a hormone called oxytocin affects the brain's reward system in women. If you are a healthy woman with a natural menstrual cycle or on birth control pills, you may be able to join and help researchers understand how oxytocin influences emotions and motivation.
Tübingen, Baden-WurttembergAges 18–40 - NCT06334172Recruiting
Can oxytocin control blood sugar?
This trial tests if the hormone oxytocin helps control blood sugar levels. It may offer insight into new ways to manage glucose. You may be a good fit if you are a healthy adult with a normal BMI.
Hellerup, Capital RegionAges 20–50 - NCT07838493Recruiting
Nasal spray oxytocin and vasopressin effects on emotion processing
This study tests whether a nasal spray of oxytocin or vasopressin changes how healthy people pay attention to emotional faces. It may help us understand how these hormones affect social behavior.
Chengdu, SichuangAges 18–30 - NCT07815496Recruiting
Study of oxytocin on fairness and helping behavior
This study tests whether the hormone oxytocin (given as a nasal spray) changes how you perceive fairness and how you behave toward others. It may help researchers understand how this natural hormone influences social decisions.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–35 - NCT06268431Recruiting
Trial of oxytocin rest to reduce c-section
This trial tests whether taking a break from oxytocin (a medicine used to strengthen contractions) can help reduce the chance of needing a C-section. It is for women whose labor has slowed down despite oxytocin.
Newark, DelawareAges 18–55 - NCT06248710RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Dog presence and oxytocin spray for trust in therapy
This study explores whether being with a friendly dog and getting a nasal spray of oxytocin (a natural hormone) can help you feel more trust toward a therapist. It's looking for healthy adults who are comfortable around dogs.
Basel, Canton of Basel-CityAges 18 years+ - NCT07636421RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two medications to prevent bleeding after planned C-section
This trial tests two medicines given during a planned C-section to see which is better at preventing heavy bleeding. It may help make delivery safer for healthy women having a scheduled cesarean.
Buraidah, Al-Qassim RegionAges 18–45 - NCT07609693Recruiting
Oxytocin Massage to Help New Mothers With Breastfeeding
This study tests whether a special massage technique using oxytocin (a natural hormone) can help new mothers who are struggling with milk production or milk flow in the first 1–2 days after birth. The goal is to see if the massage improves breastfeeding confidence and milk release.
Kahramanmaraş, MerkezAges 18 years+ - NCT06141447RecruitingPhase 2
Study on oxytocin to reduce bleeding during D&E
This trial tests if giving oxytocin before a dilation and evacuation (D&E) procedure helps reduce bleeding. It may help people scheduled for a D&E at 18 weeks or later.
Denver, ColoradoAges 18–55 - NCT07568509RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Oxytocin levels in children with pituitary disease
This study measures oxytocin (a natural hormone) levels in children who have pituitary gland problems. Researchers want to understand if children with certain pituitary conditions don't make enough oxytocin, which could help guide future treatments.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 7–21
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for oxytocin?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 59 recruiting oxytocin 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 oxytocin 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 oxytocin 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
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