Clinical trials
Placebo clinical trials
Below are recruiting placebo clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 5,240 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06151587RecruitingPhase 3
Eye drop to slow myopia in children
This study tests an eye drop (QLM3004) to see if it can slow down the progression of nearsightedness (myopia) in children. It might be a good option if your child is between 6 and 12, has mild to moderate nearsightedness, and hasn't used other myopia treatments before.
Wenzhou, ZhejiangAges 6–12 - NCT06152328Recruiting
Virtual reality mirror therapy for arm recovery after stroke
This study tests whether virtual reality mirror therapy can help people recover arm movement after a stroke. It is for people who had an ischemic stroke a few months ago and still have some arm weakness.
Bolu, MerkezAges 40–80 - NCT06156566RecruitingPhase 4
Mpox infection treatment study
This trial tests a new treatment for mpox (monkeypox) in people with active sores. It aims to see if the treatment helps clear the infection faster and reduce symptoms.
Antwerp, AntwerpAges 18 years+ - NCT06157502RecruitingPhase 3
Shuxuening with clot-busting treatment for ischemic stroke
This trial tests if adding the herbal injection Shuxuening to standard clot-busting treatment improves recovery for people having an ischemic stroke. It is for adults within 6 hours of symptom onset who are already receiving a clot-dissolving medication.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–100 - NCT06158152Recruiting
AM3 supplement for metabolic syndrome pilot study
This study tests an oral supplement called AM3 in people with metabolic syndrome. It looks at whether the supplement can help improve sugar and fat levels in the blood.
MadridAges 18–75 - NCT06158698RecruitingPhase 3
Colchicine for heart inflammation with arrhythmias
This trial tests whether the drug colchicine can help people with heart muscle inflammation (myocarditis) that also causes abnormal heart rhythms, a weak heart pump, or high stress markers. Colchicine is an anti-inflammatory medicine that might reduce heart damage and improve symptoms.
Naples, CampaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06160232RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin therapy for severe alcohol use disorder
This trial tests whether psilocybin, a psychedelic substance, combined with talk therapy can help people with severe alcohol use disorder stop or reduce drinking. Participants will first complete a 4-week inpatient detox program before receiving psilocybin in a supervised setting.
BrusselsAges 21–64 - NCT06161805RecruitingPhase 3
Esketamine for chronic pain from endometriosis
This trial tests if esketamine, a nasal spray, can reduce chronic pelvic pain in women with endometriosis that hasn't improved with standard painkillers. You may qualify if you have severe pain and are scheduled for endometriosis surgery.
DelftAges 18–50 - NCT06162013RecruitingPhase 2
NAD supplement trial for atypical parkinsonism
This trial tests whether a supplement called nicotinamide riboside (NR) can help people with rare forms of parkinsonism (PSP, MSA, or CBS). It is a double-blind study, meaning neither you nor the doctors will know if you are getting the real supplement or a placebo.
Oslo, OsloAges 30–85 - NCT06165341RecruitingPhase 3
Fazirsiran for mild liver scarring in alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency
This study tests an investigational drug called fazirsiran, which is designed to treat alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency-related liver disease with mild scarring. The goal is to see if fazirsiran is safe and can improve or slow liver damage in people with the PiZZ genetic type.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–75 - NCT06166056RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing an inhaled medicine for bronchiectasis safety
This trial tests an inhaled medication for people with bronchiectasis, a lung condition causing chronic cough and mucus. It first checks safety in healthy volunteers, then studies how the drug works in people with bronchiectasis.
CambridgeAges 18–80 - NCT06168461RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Can daily aspirin help after preeclampsia?
This study tests whether taking a low-dose aspirin every day can help improve blood vessel health in people who had preeclampsia within the past 5 years. The goal is to see if aspirin can lower the risk of future heart problems.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–50 - NCT06169241RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Nitrate supplement for resistant hypertension
This trial tests whether a natural nitrate supplement (like beetroot juice) can help lower blood pressure and improve blood vessel function in people with resistant hypertension. If you have resistant hypertension and your medications have been stable for at least 30 days, you may be eligible.
Rio de JaneiroAges 18–75 - NCT06170970RecruitingPhase 2
Solriamfetol for fatigue in multiple sclerosis
This study tests whether solriamfetol, a medication that promotes wakefulness, can reduce fatigue in people with multiple sclerosis. If you struggle with tiredness and sleepiness, this trial may help you understand how this drug works for MS-related fatigue.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18–60 - NCT06173778RecruitingPhase 2
Semaglutide for weight management after quitting smoking
This study tests whether the drug semaglutide (often used for weight loss) can help people who quit smoking avoid gaining weight. It's for people who are overweight or have weight-related health issues and want to stop smoking.
Austin, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT06174116RecruitingPhase 4
Adding lumateperone to clozapine for schizophrenia
This trial tests whether adding lumateperone, an antipsychotic medication, to clozapine can improve metabolic health in people with schizophrenia. It aims to see if this combination helps with weight, blood sugar, and cholesterol levels.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18–65 - NCT06174220RecruitingPhase 2
Tideglusib for genetic arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy
This trial tests a medication called tideglusib to see if it can reduce extra heartbeats in people with a genetic form of arrhythmogenic cardiomyopathy. It may help stabilize the heart's rhythm and slow disease progression.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT06182839RecruitingPhase 2
Canagliflozin for advanced kidney disease with MRI study
This trial tests if canagliflozin, a diabetes medication, can help people with very advanced kidney disease or who recently started dialysis. It uses MRI scans to see how the drug affects the heart and kidneys.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT06183307Recruiting
Nattokinase for heart health in people with high cholesterol
This trial tests whether nattokinase, a natural enzyme, can reduce inflammation and improve heart health in people with high cholesterol or high triglycerides. If you have elevated LDL or triglycerides, you may be eligible even if you are already taking cholesterol medication.
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de JaneiroAges 18 years+ - NCT06184451Recruiting
TENS with exercise for knee osteoarthritis
This study tests if adding TENS (a pain-relieving electrical stimulation) to a standard exercise program helps people with knee osteoarthritis feel better and move better.
São PauloAges 40–75 - NCT06184633RecruitingPhase 4
Weight control in atrial fibrillation study
This study tests if a weight management program helps people with a new type of irregular heartbeat (atrial fibrillation) and obesity. It aims to see if losing weight can improve heart rhythm and reduce the need for further treatment.
Arnhem, GelderlandAges 18 years+ - NCT06185179RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Metformin for muscle recovery in older adults
This study tests whether a common diabetes medicine called metformin can help your muscles recover faster after a minor injury. You may qualify if you are 60 or older, generally healthy, and not taking certain medicines.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 60 years+ - NCT06188923RecruitingPhase 2
Pregnenolone for anxiety and depression in veterans
This trial tests whether a dietary supplement called pregnenolone can help veterans with anxiety and depression feel better and function better. It's a new approach that may be added to your current treatment.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–65 - NCT06191848RecruitingPhase 4
Tirzepatide for obesity and knee osteoarthritis
This trial tests a once-weekly injection called tirzepatide to help people with obesity and severe knee osteoarthritis lose weight and potentially reduce knee pain. It may be a good option if you're already waiting for knee replacement surgery and have struggled to lose weight in the past.
Fitzroy, VictoriaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for placebo?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 5,240 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.