Clinical trials
Placebo - Control clinical trials
Below are recruiting placebo - control clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 3,962 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06040203Recruiting
Platelet-Rich Plasma for Chronic Tennis Elbow
This study compares two types of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections—one with a lot of white blood cells and one without—against a placebo injection to see which works best for persistent tennis elbow. If other treatments haven't helped your elbow pain for at least 3 months, this trial might be a good option.
BolognaAges 18–65 - NCT06042699Recruiting
Iron deficiency and scoliosis study for teens and young adults
This study tests whether giving iron supplements before spinal fusion surgery can help kids with low iron levels. It aims to understand iron deficiency in young people with scoliosis and improve their surgical outcomes.
New York, New YorkAges 10–26 - NCT06044935Recruiting
Nicotinamide riboside for fat burning and metabolism
This study tests whether a supplement called nicotinamide riboside (a form of vitamin B3) helps the body burn fat more efficiently during exercise. It may be a good option if you are overweight or have a specific type of diabetes (MODY2) and want to see if a natural supplement can boost your metabolism.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–65 - NCT06045156Recruiting
Tirofiban after clot-busting for stroke
This trial tests whether giving tirofiban (a blood thinner) shortly after the standard clot-busting drug tenecteplase can improve recovery from a moderate stroke. It is for people who have had a stroke within the last few hours and do not have certain risk factors like irregular heart rhythm or recent bleeding.
Changchun, JilinAges 18 years+ - NCT06045936RecruitingPhase 4
Nerve block for phantom limb pain
This study tests whether a nerve block in the remaining part of your leg can help reduce phantom limb pain or pain in the residual limb. It is for people who have had an amputation more than a year ago and still have pain despite trying other treatments.
Mankato, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT06047262RecruitingPhase 2
Testing dapansutrile for type 2 diabetes and related problems
This trial tests if a drug called dapansutrile can help control blood sugar and reduce inflammation in people with type 2 diabetes. It may also help prevent or manage diabetes-related complications.
LiègeAges 18–75 - NCT06048380RecruitingPhase 3
Ripasudil drops for FED patients having cataract surgery
This trial tests if ripasudil eye drops can help people with Fuchs' endothelial dystrophy (FED) during and after cataract surgery. It aims to see if the drops protect the eye's inner layer and improve recovery.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 50–100 - NCT06050148RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Fecal Transplant to Prevent Repeat Urinary Tract Infections
This trial tests whether a fecal microbiota transplant (a procedure that transfers healthy bacteria from a donor's stool into your gut) can help prevent repeat urinary tract infections in women who have frequent infections.
HelsinkiAges 18–90 - NCT06051240RecruitingPhase 2
Lithium to prevent thinking problems after brain radiation
This study tests if the drug lithium can help prevent memory and thinking problems that sometimes happen after brain radiation for a brain tumor. You may qualify if you are under 18 when treated and had radiation within the last 7 years.
Solna, Stockholm CountyAges 5 years+ - NCT06052163RecruitingPhase 2
Testing bumetanide for early Alzheimer's disease
This study tests whether a water pill called bumetanide can help people with early Alzheimer's disease. It involves taking the study drug, having MRI scans, and doing memory tests to see if it slows down symptoms.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 50–85 - NCT06053580RecruitingPhase 2
Valsartan for pulmonary hypertension: protection study
This trial tests whether a blood pressure medicine called valsartan can help protect the lungs and heart in people with a specific type of pulmonary hypertension (Group 1 PAH). If you have PAH and are stable enough to walk 50 meters, you may be able to join.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18–80 - NCT06054633Recruiting
L-arginine for knee osteoarthritis pain
This study tests whether L-arginine, a natural amino acid, can help with knee pain from osteoarthritis. You might be eligible if you are 40–80 years old, have moderate osteoarthritis on X-ray, and have had knee pain for at least 3 months.
Changsha, HunanAges 40–80 - NCT06055361RecruitingPhase 1
Studying a new injection for moderate to severe eczema
This trial tests an investigational drug called BxC-I17e, given as an injection under the skin, for people with moderate to severe atopic dermatitis (eczema) that hasn't improved enough with standard creams. The goal is to see if it is safe and works well.
North Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT06055452RecruitingPhase 4
SGLT2 Inhibitors for Pre-Heart Failure with Hypertension
This trial tests if a medicine (SGLT2 inhibitor) given to people with high blood pressure and early signs of heart stress can help prevent heart failure. You may join if your blood pressure is controlled but tests show your heart is beginning to struggle.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06056297RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Mavorixafor for chronic neutropenia with infections
This trial tests if mavorixafor can help people with certain types of long-term low neutrophil counts (chronic neutropenia) who still get frequent or serious infections. It aims to reduce infection risk by boosting your body's infection-fighting cells.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 12 years+ - NCT06058585RecruitingPhase 3
Testing new drugs for chronic kidney disease
This trial tests different medicines to see if they can slow down kidney disease. You may be able to join if you have chronic kidney disease and are already getting standard treatment.
Garran, Australian Capital TerritoryAges 18 years+ - NCT06061926RecruitingPhase 2
Celery seed for metabolic syndrome
This trial tests whether celery seed can improve the key features of metabolic syndrome, such as blood sugar, cholesterol, and blood pressure. It may help people whose condition is not yet being treated with medication.
Guadalajara, JaliscoAges 30–60 - NCT06062953RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Melatonin or low-dose quetiapine for insomnia in psychiatric disorders
This study tests if melatonin, a low dose of quetiapine, or a placebo can help people with a psychiatric condition who also have trouble sleeping. You may qualify if you have insomnia at least 3 times a week and your sleep problem has lasted 3 months or longer.
Copenhagen NVAges 16–64 - NCT06063486RecruitingPhase 2
Curcumin for inflammation and symptoms in blood disorders
This trial tests whether curcumin, a natural compound found in turmeric, can reduce inflammation and improve symptoms like fatigue in people with certain blood disorders that cause low blood counts or overproduction of blood cells. It is for patients with clonal cytopenia of uncertain significance, low-risk myelodysplastic syndrome, or myeloproliferative neoplasms (polycythemia vera, essential thrombocytosis, or myelofibrosis) who have bothersome symptoms.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06064669Recruiting
Metformin for healthy live birth in women with prediabetes
This study tests if metformin, a drug that helps control blood sugar, can improve the chance of a healthy live birth in women with prediabetes who are doing in vitro fertilization (IVF). It aims to see if treating prediabetes before and during early pregnancy leads to better outcomes.
Jinan, ShandongAges 20–40 - NCT06066710RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Propranolol for Primary Progressive Aphasia
This trial tests whether the drug propranolol, often used for high blood pressure, can help people with primary progressive aphasia (a condition that slowly affects language skills). You would take the drug and have MRI brain scans to see if it slows language decline.
Columbia, MissouriAges 50 years+ - NCT06067698Recruiting
Alpha lipoic acid for mild to moderate ulcerative colitis
This trial tests whether adding alpha lipoic acid (an antioxidant) to your usual mesalamine treatment helps control mild to moderate ulcerative colitis. It is for people newly diagnosed and not on other UC treatments.
TantaAges 18 years+ - NCT06069531Recruiting
Probiotic or White Pomegranate for Vaginal Health
This study tests whether taking a probiotic (Lactobacillus Johnsonii) or a white pomegranate extract can improve vaginal health in women with an imbalance in vaginal bacteria. It aims to find a natural way to support a healthy vaginal environment.
TaichungAges 20–45 - NCT06070350RecruitingPhase 3
Massive transfusion for life-threatening bleeding in children
This study tests whether adding the drug tranexamic acid (TXA) to a massive blood transfusion helps control life-threatening bleeding in children who are severely injured. It compares two groups: one gets TXA and the other gets a placebo (a dummy drug with no active ingredient).
Tucson, ArizonaAges Up to 17 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for placebo - control?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 3,962 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.
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- 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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