Clinical trials
Placebo clinical trials
Below are recruiting placebo clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 5,158 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07259252Recruiting
Flu vaccine study for heart attack or unstable angina patients
This study tests whether getting a flu vaccine helps people who recently had a heart attack or unstable angina (acute coronary syndrome). It looks at whether vaccination can reduce future heart problems.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–80 - NCT07258771RecruitingPhase 4
Upadacitinib plus steroids vs steroids alone for severe ulcerative colitis
This trial tests if adding upadacitinib (a pill) to standard steroid treatment helps people with a severe flare of ulcerative colitis feel better faster. You may qualify if you are having frequent bloody stools and signs of serious inflammation, and you haven't tried upadacitinib before.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18–75 - NCT07258160RecruitingPhase 2
Cordycepin for low CD8+ cells in solid tumor patients
This trial tests a supplement derived from cordyceps mushrooms to see if it can raise low CD8+ immune cell levels in people who have had solid tumors. It may help strengthen your immune system after previous cancer treatments.
Suzhou, JiangsuAges 18 years+ - NCT07251244Recruiting
Supplement and exercise for immune health in older adults
This trial tests whether a combination of a supplement and moderate exercise can help keep your immune system strong and healthy as you age. It is for older adults who are independent and generally healthy.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 65 years+ - NCT07250035RecruitingPhase 3
Chinese herb trial for brain bleed linked to amyloid angiopathy
This trial tests a traditional Chinese medicine called Jiedu Huayu to see if it helps people recover from a brain bleed caused by a condition where proteins build up in blood vessel walls (cerebral amyloid angiopathy). The goal is to improve outcomes without surgery.
BeijingAges 50–90 - NCT07253155Enrolling by invitation
Probiotics for preventing gut symptoms in overweight adults
This study tests whether taking probiotics can help prevent stomach and gut discomfort in people who are overweight or have obesity. You may be eligible if you are at a certain weight and age, eat a balanced diet, and do not have chronic gut issues.
ColeraineAges 18 years+ - NCT03667846RecruitingPhase 2
Biomarker-guided treatment for drinking and PTSD symptoms
This Phase 2 study tests whether blood/brain “biomarkers” can help choose a treatment plan for people who have alcohol use disorder and PTSD. The goal is to improve outcomes related to drinking and PTSD symptoms compared with a standard approach.
New York, New YorkAges 18–70 - NCT06874842RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new shingles vaccine in adults 40 and older
This trial tests a new shingles vaccine (LYB004) in adults 40 and older. It looks at how safe the vaccine is and how well it helps your body build protection against shingles.
MeizhouAges 40 years+ - NCT07242300RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new botulinum toxin for arm stiffness after stroke
This trial tests a new injectable medication (Eveotox) to see if it can safely reduce arm or hand stiffness in people who have had a stroke. The goal is to improve daily activities like dressing or cleaning your hand.
Bengbu, AnhuiAges 18–80 - NCT07241546RecruitingPhase 2
Inhaled study drug for people with mild allergic asthma
This trial tests an inhaled drug called ARO-RAGE to see if it can help people with mild asthma who have allergies. You'll take the drug and then do a special breathing test to see how your lungs respond.
Vancouver, British ColumbiaAges 18–65 - NCT07241520RecruitingPhase 3
Testing SHPL-49 injection for recent stroke patients
This trial tests a new medication, SHPL-49, given as an injection to people who have just had a stroke caused by a blood clot (ischemic stroke). It is for patients who are already receiving standard clot-busting treatment within 8 hours of symptoms starting. The study will see if adding this drug helps improve recovery.
Linfen, ShanxiAges 18–80 - NCT07246863RecruitingPhase 2
Testing visugromab and nivolumab with or without docetaxel for advanced lung cancer
This trial tests a new combination of drugs (visugromab, nivolumab, and possibly docetaxel) for people with advanced non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer that worsened after one prior treatment with an immunotherapy. The goal is to see if the combination helps control the cancer better.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 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 - NCT07244263RecruitingPhase 2
Zasocitinib for hidradenitis suppurativa
This trial tests a new daily pill called zasocitinib for people with moderate to severe hidradenitis suppurativa (HS) who haven't been helped enough by antibiotics. It aims to reduce painful lumps and abscesses.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07241910RecruitingPhase 1
Testing the safety of SYH2061 in healthy volunteers
This study tests a single dose of a new medication called SYH2061 to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. It is for healthy adults aged 18 to 55 who have had certain vaccines and are willing to follow study rules.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–55 - NCT07243171RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Oral Ecnoglutide for overweight or obesity
This trial tests an oral medication called Ecnoglutide to help people with overweight or obesity lose weight. It is for Chinese adults who are not diabetic and have a stable weight.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT07241390RecruitingPhase 3
Study of orforglipron for heart and kidney health.
This trial tests if orforglipron can reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, or kidney failure in people with heart disease or chronic kidney disease.
Bahía BlancaAges 50 years+ - NCT07241923RecruitingPhase 1
SYH2070 injection safety study for high triglycerides and high cholesterol
This study tests a new injection called SYH2070 for people with high triglycerides and high LDL cholesterol. The goal is to see if a single dose is safe and how the body processes the medication. It is for people who have not been on cholesterol-lowering drugs recently.
Shijiazhuang, HebeiAges 18–60 - NCT07245368RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new asthma drug in healthy people and those with asthma
This study tests an investigational drug called PRA-216, first in healthy volunteers to check safety, then in people with mild-to-moderate asthma to see if it helps control symptoms. It's an early-stage trial to find out if the drug is safe and works.
Botany, New South WalesAges 18–65 - NCT07249463RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new drug for cryptosporidium infection in healthy adults
This trial tests a new drug, EDI048, to see how well it works and how safe it is for treating cryptosporidium infection. It is for healthy volunteers who will be intentionally exposed to the infection under controlled conditions.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–50 - NCT07240675RecruitingPhase 1
First-in-human safety study of KLA478 in healthy volunteers
This study tests a new drug called KLA478 for the first time in humans. It is looking for healthy volunteers to see how the drug affects the body and how safe it is.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–45 - NCT07248865RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CLYM116 in healthy volunteers
This study tests a new drug called CLYM116 in healthy adults to see how safe it is and how the body processes it. It may help researchers learn more before testing it in people with certain medical conditions.
BrisbaneAges 18–60 - NCT07239947RecruitingPhase 1
Testing BBT001 for healthy volunteers and people with eczema
This trial tests a new medicine called BBT001, first in healthy people and then in adults with moderate to severe eczema (atopic dermatitis). It aims to see if the drug is safe and how well it works for treating eczema that hasn't improved with topical treatments.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–65 - NCT07245628RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Self-adjusting nitrous vs. placebo for office vasectomy
This trial compares self-administered nitrous oxide gas with a placebo to see if it helps reduce pain and anxiety during a vasectomy done in the doctor's office. It aims to find a better way to manage discomfort without stronger medications.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–85
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for placebo?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 5,158 recruiting placebo 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 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 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.