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
- NCT06323213RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new asthma medicine for severe asthma
This study tests an experimental drug called 610 for people with severe asthma that is not well-controlled with standard medicines. The goal is to see if adding 610 can improve asthma control and reduce flare-ups.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06324604RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of MTX-101 in healthy adults
This trial tests a new drug called MTX-101 in healthy volunteers to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. It helps determine the right dose before testing in patients with certain conditions.
Heidelberg, VictoriaAges 18–65 - NCT06033950RecruitingPhase 3
A study of finerenone for heart failure patients who can't take standard MRA drugs
This study tests whether finerenone, a new type of drug, can help people with heart failure who cannot take standard steroid-based MRAs (a kind of heart medication) because of side effects or other reasons. It aims to see if it improves symptoms and is safe for you.
Fairhope, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07695090RecruitingPhase 2
Lumacaftor for improved brain blood flow in heart failure
This trial tests if lumacaftor, a medication used in cystic fibrosis, can improve blood flow to the brain in people with stable heart failure. It might help if you have heart failure with reduced pumping function and low brain blood flow.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07694791Recruiting
Gut health supplements for people on peritoneal dialysis
This trial tests whether taking probiotic and prebiotic supplements can improve gut health in people receiving peritoneal dialysis at home. It may help with digestion and overall well-being.
Monterrey, Nuevo LeónAges 18 years+ - NCT05350215RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing atomoxetine and DAW2022 for obstructive sleep apnea severity
This study tests whether atomoxetine and DAW2022 can improve how severe obstructive sleep apnea is. It may help by changing breathing patterns during sleep, measured through physiology tests.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 21–70 - NCT04588233Recruiting
Melatonin study for teens with sleep trouble
This study tests whether melatonin can help teens (ages 13–17) who have trouble sleeping. You may be able to join if you’ve never taken melatonin before and your sleep issue seems to be behavior-related rather than caused by another medical sleep problem.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 13–17 - NCT07696871RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Cannabidiol oil for treatment-resistant depression
This trial tests if cannabidiol (CBD) oil can help people with major depression that has not improved with standard antidepressants. You will take CBD oil or a placebo while continuing your current antidepressant treatment to see if it improves your symptoms.
Tubarão, Santa CatarinaAges 18–69 - NCT04976153RecruitingPhase 3
Stem cell implant to treat fecal urge incontinence
This Phase 3 study tests an implant made from a person’s own muscle-related cells to improve fecal “urge” leakage. It’s for adults whose symptoms haven’t improved enough with usual conservative treatments.
GrazAges 18 years+ - NCT06438471RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new drug for nerve pain after spinal cord injury
This trial tests an experimental pill for people with spinal cord injury who have long-term nerve pain. It aims to see if the drug can reduce pain and be safe.
Augusta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07624383Recruiting
New topical treatment for nonerosive acid reflux disease
This study tests a new topical treatment for people with chronic heartburn and acid regurgitation who don't have erosions (damage) in their esophagus. The treatment is applied directly to the affected area and may help relieve symptoms without taking daily pills.
Warsaw, Masovian VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - NCT06972446RecruitingPhase 2
Study of targeted therapies for rheumatoid arthritis
This trial tests different targeted treatments for people with rheumatoid arthritis who have tried one or two biologic or targeted synthetic drugs but still have symptoms. You need to be taking a stable dose of methotrexate.
Peoria, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06326684RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Testing suvorexant for alcohol use disorder
This study tests whether the sleep medication suvorexant can help people with alcohol use disorder drink less. It involves a short stay where you'll receive either suvorexant or a placebo and then have alcohol.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 21–55 - NCT06327295RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new treatment for mild to moderate toenail fungus
This trial tests an investigational medication called ATB1651 for people with toenail fungus (onychomycosis). If you have a fungal infection covering 20% to 60% of one or both big toenails and are in generally good health, you may be able to join.
ChristchurchAges 18–70 - NCT06330584RecruitingPhase 2
Nasal spray for anxiety in palliative care
This trial tests a nasal spray called midazolam to quickly reduce anxiety in people receiving palliative care. If you're an adult in the hospital with sudden anxiety, this could help you feel calmer.
Basel, Canton of Basel-CityAges 18 years+ - NCT06332274RecruitingPhase 3
Tislelizumab for cancer patients with minimal residual disease
This trial is for people who have completed standard cancer treatments (like surgery, chemo or radiation) and have no visible cancer on scans, but may still have very small amounts of cancer DNA in their blood. The study tests whether the drug tislelizumab can help prevent the cancer from coming back.
Villejuif, Val De MarneAges 18 years+ - NCT06333041RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
CBD study for Sanfilippo syndrome
This study tests whether a cannabis-derived medicine called cannabidiol (CBD) can help children with Sanfilippo syndrome, a rare genetic disorder. It may be a good fit for children who have already tried other treatments or whose disease is more advanced.
Torrance, CaliforniaAges 4 years+ - NCT06333171RecruitingPhase 2
4-aminopyridine for faster skin wound healing
This trial is testing a medication called 4-aminopyridine (also known as AMPYRA®) to see if it helps skin wounds heal faster. It is for healthy adults who have a wound that can heal on its own, and does not involve any surgery.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18–70 - NCT06334172Recruiting
Can oxytocin control blood sugar?
This trial tests if the hormone oxytocin helps control blood sugar levels. It may offer insight into new ways to manage glucose. You may be a good fit if you are a healthy adult with a normal BMI.
Hellerup, Capital RegionAges 20–50 - NCT06334497RecruitingPhase 3
Combination antiviral therapy for CMV in kidney transplant
This trial tests a combination of two antiviral drugs (letermovir and valganciclovir) to treat CMV infections in kidney transplant recipients. It aims to find a safer, more effective treatment option for people with active CMV after transplant.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT06336317RecruitingPhase 4
Flu vaccine after heart attack: effect on heart inflammation
This trial tests whether getting a flu vaccine shortly after a heart attack can reduce inflammation in the heart. If you've recently had a non-ST-segment elevation heart attack and a stent placed, you may be able to join.
AarhusAges 18 years+ - NCT06336798RecruitingPhase 2
Pioglitazone for pulmonary hypertension from lung disease
This trial tests if pioglitazone, a medicine used for diabetes, can help people with high blood pressure in their lungs caused by chronic lung disease. The goal is to see if it improves how your cells use energy.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06337838RecruitingPhase 3
Preventing blood loss during surgery in kidney patients
This trial tests two medications, tranexamic acid and desmopressin, to see if they can reduce bleeding during surgery in people with severe kidney disease or on dialysis. The results may help make surgery safer for you.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06338553RecruitingEarly Phase 1
GLP-1 drug for early type 1 diabetes
This study tests whether a GLP-1 receptor agonist (a type of medicine that helps control blood sugar and appetite) can improve metabolic health in people with early type 1 diabetes. It may be an option if you have already taken teplizumab to delay the disease or were recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 12–50
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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.