Clinical trials
Placebo - Control clinical trials
Below are recruiting placebo - control clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 3,902 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05684692RecruitingPhase 2
Pain-relief study for adults with schwannomatosis
This Phase 2 study tests whether an antibody medicine (either siltuximab or erenumab) can reduce moderate-to-severe pain in adults with schwannomatosis. It compares the medicine to a placebo and looks for improved pain control and tolerability.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04594018RecruitingPhase 3
Test a hair lotion for male pattern hair loss
This Phase 3 study tests whether a specific hair lotion works and is safe for men with male pattern hair loss. It also checks that results are consistent while you keep similar hair care and avoid certain other hair-loss treatments.
Osasco, São PauloAges 18–60 - NCT05028140RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a lifestyle-and-diet program for type 2 diabetes control
This Phase 3 study tests whether a program run by the Piemonte Association can improve blood sugar control in people with type 2 diabetes who haven’t reached their target after usual diet, exercise, and stable medicines. It also aims to check that the approach is safe for participants.
Hortolândia, São PauloAges 18–85 - NCT04670666RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Madalena for type 2 diabetes not controlled
This Phase 3 study tests Madalena to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes that hasn’t met targets despite diet, exercise, and diabetes medicines. You may join if your recent blood sugar tests and body size fall within specific ranges and you don’t have key medical exclusions.
Hortolândia, São PauloAges 18 years+ - NCT05647044RecruitingPhase 1
Brain stimulation to reduce impulsivity and suicidal thoughts after mild TBI
This early-stage study tests whether a noninvasive brain stimulation treatment (called iTBS) can reduce impulsivity and suicidal thoughts in Veterans who have had a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) and recent suicidal thinking. If you qualify, you may be offered a monitored treatment plan and assessments for safety and symptom changes.
Hines, IllinoisAges 22–65 - NCT05648214RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new liver medicine in people with fatty liver
This early-phase study tests whether ALN-PNP is safe and well tolerated, first in healthy adults and then in adults with MASLD (fatty liver disease). If you have MASLD, it may help researchers learn whether this medicine is a promising option for treating liver fat buildup.
Glendale, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT05667142RecruitingPhase 3
Testing an add-on drug for hard-to-control generalized convulsive seizures
This Phase 3 trial tests XEN1101 added to your current seizure medicines for people with primary generalized tonic-clonic seizures. It’s for seizures that have not fully stopped even after trying at least two appropriate medicines.
Mobile, AlabamaAges 12 years+ - NCT05670951RecruitingPhase 3
Drug ELGN-2112 for gut absorption problems in preterm babies
This Phase 3 trial tests whether ELGN-2112 helps preterm babies absorb food from the intestines. It aims to improve intestinal malabsorption and check safety.
NetanyaAges 1 day–5 days - NCT05658575RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Tablets to treat sudden gout flare pain
This trial studies dapansutrile tablets (OLT1177) to see how well they work for people in the first 4 days of an acute gout flare. It may help reduce pain and inflammation in the specific joint where your gout is flaring.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT05655182RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
RSV vaccine study for infants and toddlers who may be at risk
This Phase 1/2 study tests an RSV vaccine (BLB-201) in infants and young children. It aims to see how the vaccine works and how safe it is, including in children who already have RSV antibodies or not.
La Mesa, CaliforniaAges 6 months–5 years - NCT05646381RecruitingPhase 2
Drug study to slow hardening of aortic valve disease
This Phase 2 trial tests pelacarsen (TQJ230), a medication that lowers a blood fat called lipoprotein(a), to see if it slows progression of calcific aortic valve stenosis. It may help people whose valve narrowing is starting to become more severe, especially when their lipoprotein(a) level is high.
Huntsville, AlabamaAges 50–80 - NCT05662111RecruitingPhase 2
Etidronate treatment for brain calcifications in Fahr disease
This Phase 2 study tests whether etidronate (a medicine that affects bone-calcium handling) can help people with Fahr disease or a similar condition marked by calcium deposits in the brain. It will also check safety and whether certain tests can track changes over time.
Utrecht, UtrechtAges 18 years+ - NCT05665777RecruitingPhase 2
Chinese herbs for long-lasting throat pain and irritation
This trial tests if Chinese medicine can help people with ongoing throat pain, dryness, or a lump-like feeling that lasts more than 3 weeks. You may qualify if you have moderate to severe throat discomfort and fit specific Chinese medicine patterns.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT05669820RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study drug for aggressive brain tumor after surgery
This trial tests an “antisecretory factor” treatment in people with grade 4 glioblastoma (or astrocytoma). It aims to see whether it can improve outcomes when used alongside planned cancer treatments after surgery.
LundAges 18–75 - NCT05653258RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study cells in fat tissue and aging cells in older adults
This study uses a special lab test on tiny samples from body fat to map different cell types and “senescent” (aging) cells. It may help researchers understand how aging and obesity are linked, which could guide future treatments.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05664516RecruitingPhase 2
Oxytocin treatment study for binge eating disorder adults
This Phase 2 trial tests whether oxytocin (a hormone-like medication) can reduce binge-eating symptoms in adults with binge-eating disorder (including related conditions like bulimia or certain feeding/eating disorders). You may be eligible if your symptoms match the trial’s specific diagnosis rules and you can safely take the study medication.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–70 - NCT05639933RecruitingPhase 2
Topical cream for EGFR inhibitor skin rash in cancer patients
This Phase 2 study tests a topical cream (HT-001) to treat skin rashes caused by EGFR inhibitors. It aims to see whether the cream is safe and can reduce rash symptoms and discomfort.
Irvine, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05656664Enrolling by invitation
Folic acid to reduce effects of arsenic exposure
This study tests whether taking folic acid can help reduce health effects from arsenic exposure in people living near a Superfund site. You would be enrolled only if you meet safety rules, including not being pregnant and not already taking folic acid.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–89 - NCT05640843Recruiting
Plant-based diet study for MGUS or smoldering myeloma
This trial tests whether a whole-food, plant-based eating pattern—plus supplements or placebo—can improve health outcomes in people with MGUS or smoldering multiple myeloma. You may be asked to follow specific recipes and stop certain supplements, so it helps to confirm you can stick with the plan.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05644782Recruiting
Diet study for mild-to-moderate psoriasis in adults
This trial studies whether a dietary approach can help people with mild-to-moderate psoriasis. It may be especially focused on people who do not have signs of wheat/gluten-related immune reactions.
Palermo, PalermoAges 18–65 - NCT05649059RecruitingPhase 4
Cannabidiol study for social anxiety symptoms
This trial studies whether cannabidiol (CBD) helps improve social anxiety symptoms. You may be able to join if you are an adult with significant social anxiety and meet medication and health safety requirements.
Cambridge, MassachusettsAges 18–55 - NCT05664789RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
N-acetylcysteine for autism behaviors in children
This trial studies whether N-acetylcysteine, a medicine taken by mouth, can improve autism-related restricted and repetitive behaviors in children. It looks at children who are showing at least moderate severity in these behaviors and may involve brain testing for safety reasons.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 3–12 - NCT05653310Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Study drug for functional dyspepsia symptoms
This Phase 2 study tests tradipitant to see if it can reduce symptoms of functional dyspepsia (indigestion-like discomfort without a clear cause). If you qualify, you may be asked to take the study treatment and complete study visits to measure symptom changes.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–70 - NCT05641623RecruitingPhase 2
Add-on treatment for depression not improved by standard medication
This trial tests whether adding the study drug OSU6162 to your current antidepressant can help when standard medications haven't worked well enough. It aims to reduce depression symptoms over several weeks.
Lund, Skåne CountyAges 25–75
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for placebo - control?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 3,902 recruiting placebo - control 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 placebo - control 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 placebo - control 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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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.