Clinical trials
Placebo Effect clinical trials
Below are recruiting placebo effect clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 759 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06078683Recruiting
Ketone drink for exercise and heart health in type 2 diabetes
This study tests whether a special ketone drink can improve exercise ability and heart function in people with type 2 diabetes. Participants will have two treadmill exercise tests and heart MRI scans to see how the drink affects their performance and cardiac efficiency.
Columbus, OhioAges 18–80 - NCT06251635Recruiting
Antipsychotics and brain insulin in women
This study looks at how a common antipsychotic medication (olanzapine) affects how the brain uses insulin in young women. It aims to understand weight gain and metabolic changes linked to these drugs.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18–35 - NCT06687265RecruitingPhase 2
Metformin for reducing liver pressure in cirrhosis
This trial tests if metformin can lower the pressure in the liver's blood vessels (portal hypertension) in people with cirrhosis. The goal is to see if it can help reduce complications like swelling or bleeding.
Clichy, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT06696703Recruiting
Human urinary kallidinogenase for acute ischemic stroke
This trial tests whether a medicine called human urinary kallidinogenase can reduce inflammation after a stroke. It may help people who have had a first or recent stroke and have certain levels of disability.
Harbin, HeilongjiangAges 18 years+ - NCT06809166RecruitingPhase 4
Contrave for weight loss in adults with obesity
This study tests whether a weight loss medication called Contrave can help adults with obesity lose weight by changing how their body uses energy and handles food. If you qualify, you will take Contrave and be monitored for several months.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 18–64 - NCT06854471Recruiting
Drink Ingredients and Fluid Balance in Active Adults
This study tests how different amounts of water, glycerol, and salt in a drink affect your body's fluid balance. It helps researchers understand what makes a sports drink like Gatorade work best for hydration.
Bradenton, FloridaAges 18–50 - NCT06881173Recruiting
Traditional Chinese medicine for myasthenia gravis
This trial tests if a traditional Chinese herbal formula, Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang, can help people with ocular myasthenia gravis. It combines the herbal treatment with standard Western medicine to see if it improves symptoms.
TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT06898814RecruitingPhase 4
Iron infusions to improve walking after hip fracture
This study tests whether giving iron through a vein can help older adults walk better after hip fracture surgery. It is for people who have anemia (low red blood cells) after their operation.
Copenhagen NVAges 65 years+ - NCT06982131RecruitingPhase 1
Safety of RO7795081 and its effect on two statins
This study tests a new drug called RO7795081 to see if it changes how your body handles two common statins (pitavastatin and rosuvastatin). It is for adults who are overweight or obese but otherwise healthy, and aims to check the safety of the new drug.
GroningenAges 18–65 - NCT07024940Recruiting
Caffeine and pre-workout effects on exercise
This study tests how caffeine and a pre-workout supplement affect your exercise performance. You'll take either a placebo or the supplement and do short exercise tests to see if it helps you perform better.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18–35 - NCT07229521Recruiting
Nattokinase for heart, gut, sleep, and brain health in metabolic syndrome with sleep issues
This study tests whether a supplement called nattokinase can improve heart health, sleep, thinking, and gut bacteria in people with metabolic syndrome and mild-to-moderate sleep apnea. If you have a larger waist, blood pressure or blood sugar issues, or imbalanced cholesterol, and have been diagnosed with mild or moderate sleep apnea, you may be eligible.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT07245771RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Weight loss study testing a new drug alone or with tirzepatide
This trial tests an experimental drug called RN3161 to see if it helps with weight loss in people with overweight or obesity. It can be taken alone or with another weight-loss medication (tirzepatide).
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 18–65 - NCT07324746Recruiting
Herbal supplement for osteoarthritis pain
This trial tests whether a herbal supplement helps people with osteoarthritis of the knee or hip feel less pain and move better. If you have moderate to severe pain and are able to walk, this study might be a good fit.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT07393334RecruitingPhase 2
Male birth control pill trial
This trial tests a new non-hormonal male contraceptive pill called NLS-133. It is taken just before sex and could help give men more control over family planning.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 18–55 - NCT07393360Recruiting
Muscle preservation during weight loss with GLP-1 drugs
This trial tests a special medical food to help keep muscle mass while losing weight with GLP-1 medications like liraglutide, semaglutide, or tirzepatide. It's for adults with obesity or overweight with related health issues.
MilanAges 18–65 - NCT07490587RecruitingPhase 2
Probiotic study for healthy infant growth and allergy prevention
This trial tests a probiotic supplement (Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis XLTG11) to see if it helps infants grow better and have fewer allergies. It is for healthy babies up to 3 years old who are at higher risk for allergies.
Pudong, Shanghai MunicipalityAges birth–3 years - NCT07585669Recruiting
Omega-3 Supplements for New Celiac Disease Patients
This study tests whether omega-3 fatty acids (a type of fish oil supplement) can reduce inflammation and improve gut health in people newly diagnosed with celiac disease. Participants will follow a gluten-free diet while taking the supplement to see if it helps their body heal.
Santiago, Metropolitan RegionAges 18–65 - NCT07519798Enrolling by invitation
Brain Stimulation for Memory Problems in Older Adults
This study tests a new, non-invasive brain stimulation technique called transcranial temporal interference stimulation to see if it can improve memory and thinking skills in older adults with mild cognitive impairment (early memory loss that isn't yet dementia). Participants will receive the stimulation treatment and have their cognitive function monitored over time.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 60–80 - NCT07330154Recruiting
Gel for Faster Healing After Gum Graft Surgery
This trial tests a new gel (Nano Bio Fusion Gingival Gel) to see if it helps the roof of your mouth heal faster after a gum graft. It compares the gel to a placebo (inactive gel). The study is for people who need gum graft surgery for receding gums.
Irbid, Irbid GovernorateAges 18 years+ - NCT07722546RecruitingPhase 2
Felzartamab for Graves' disease in adults
This study tests an investigational drug called felzartamab to see if it can help control thyroid function in adults with Graves' disease. It may offer a new option if you are still having symptoms despite anti-thyroid medication.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07670416RecruitingPhase 3
A study of enicepatide for people with obesity or overweight
This trial tests if enicepatide can help people with obesity or overweight lose weight, including those with or without type 2 diabetes. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18 years+ - NCT05969457RecruitingPhase 3
Local pain-numbing injection before surgery for hysterectomy
This Phase 3 study tests whether a preventive numbing medicine injection before a vaginal hysterectomy (using the vNOTES approach) can reduce pain afterward. It may help with comfort and recovery after surgery for non-cancer reasons.
Le HavreAges 18–70 - NCT06864520Recruiting
GABA supplement for menopause symptoms
This study tests whether a natural supplement containing GABA (a chemical that helps calm the brain) can reduce menopause symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings, and sleep problems. It may be a good option if you are looking for a non-hormonal way to manage your symptoms.
Genova, ItaliaAges Any age - NCT07534241Recruiting
Reishi Mushroom for Fatty Liver Disease
This study tests whether reishi mushroom (a type of fungus) can improve liver health in people with metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease—a condition where fat builds up in the liver. Researchers want to see if this natural supplement can reduce liver inflammation and improve blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
LahoreAges 35–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for placebo effect?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 759 recruiting placebo effect 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 effect 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 effect 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.