Clinical trials
Placebo clinical trials
Below are recruiting placebo clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 5,230 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06752122RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of RCS-21 in healthy volunteers
This study is testing a new inhaled drug called RCS-21 in healthy volunteers to see if it's safe and how the body handles it. You will be closely monitored and may receive either the drug or a placebo.
HanoverAges 18–64 - NCT06752668RecruitingPhase 2
Testing ORX750 for narcolepsy and idiopathic hypersomnia
This trial tests an experimental drug called ORX750 for people with narcolepsy or idiopathic hypersomnia. You would need to stop your current sleepiness medicines to see if ORX750 helps reduce daytime sleepiness.
Auburn, AlabamaAges 18–65 - NCT06754891RecruitingPhase 1
A study of TQH3906 for moderate to severe inflammatory bowel disease
This trial tests a new medicine (TQH3906) for people with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease that hasn't improved with other treatments. The goal is to see if it can help control inflammation in the gut.
Bengbu, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT06755307Recruiting
Probiotic cream for diaper rash in babies
This study tests whether a probiotic (beneficial bacteria) cream can help heal diaper rash in babies. It's for otherwise healthy infants under 2 who have diaper dermatitis.
MariborAges 1 month–2 years - NCT06756269RecruitingPhase 2
HPV vaccine study for people aged 9 to 45
This trial tests a new 15-valent HPV vaccine to see if it is safe and creates a strong immune response. If you are between 9 and 45 years old and have not had an HPV vaccine before, you may be able to join.
Nanning, GuangxiAges 9–45 - NCT06756438Recruiting
Cream for eczema in children – test of gentle skin care
This trial tests a new dermocosmetic cream for children with eczema. It looks at how well the cream works and how gentle it is on the skin, after the child uses a prescribed steroid cream to calm a flare-up.
Gdansk, PoméranieAges 3 months–12 years - NCT06757140RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Opioid and sedative-like drug interaction study
This study explores how opioids and sedative-like drugs interact in the body. It aims to understand their combined effects, which could help improve safety for people who use these drugs.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18–55 - NCT06757504RecruitingPhase 2
Testing TTYP01 tablets for autism in kids and teens
This study tests an investigational tablet (TTYP01) to see if it can help adolescents and children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The goal is to find out if the drug improves symptoms and is safe for this age group.
BeijingAges 6–16 - NCT06757764RecruitingPhase 4
Stroke from artery narrowing: testing combination of anti-platelet drugs
This trial tests whether a combination of two or three anti-platelet medicines (like aspirin, clopidogrel, or cilostazol) is safe and works better than one alone for people who had a stroke from a narrowed artery. The goal is to prevent another stroke.
Seoul, Songpa-guAges 20 years+ - NCT06759753RecruitingPhase 2
Aleeto for acute ischemic stroke: a randomized trial
This trial tests a drug called Aleeto in people who have had an acute ischemic stroke (a stroke caused by a blocked blood vessel) within the last 72 hours. It aims to see if Aleeto can improve recovery and reduce disability.
BeijingAges 30–80 - NCT06760546RecruitingPhase 3
Testing setmelanotide for weight gain after brain injury
This trial tests a daily injection called setmelanotide to see if it can help people who have gained weight due to a brain injury or condition affecting the hypothalamus. It may help reduce hunger and support weight loss.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 4 years+ - NCT06768580Recruiting
Melatonin or lidocaine to prevent confusion after hip replacement
This trial tests if giving either oral melatonin or lidocaine during surgery can reduce the chance of confusion (delirium) in older adults after total hip replacement. It compares these two approaches to standard care.
Tanta, El-GharbiaAges 65 years+ - NCT06768749Recruiting
Melatonin lotion for better sleep and mood
This trial tests whether using a scented melatonin lotion before bed can improve sleep and reduce anxiety or depression symptoms. It may be a good fit if you have mild sleep problems and some mood symptoms but are not currently taking medication for them.
Redlands, CaliforniaAges 18–21 - NCT06768944RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin and Subjective Experience Study
This study looks at how psilocybin affects people's subjective experience. It aims to understand the mind-altering effects of this psychedelic compound in healthy volunteers.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18–65 - NCT06770933RecruitingPhase 2
VX-01 pill for diabetic eye disease study
This trial tests if an oral medication called VX-01 can help people with diabetic eye disease (non-proliferative diabetic retinopathy) that is moderate to severe but not yet at the most advanced stage. It may be an option if you have type 1 or type 2 diabetes and have not had certain prior eye treatments.
Beverly Hills, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06771479RecruitingPhase 1
Monkeypox vaccine safety and immune response study
This trial tests a new monkeypox vaccine to see if it is safe and helps the body build protection. It may be an option for adults who were born before 1980 and received a smallpox vaccine, or who meet other health criteria.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18 years+ - NCT06772753RecruitingPhase 1
Study of Psychedelic Effects in Healthy Adults
This study tests how certain psychoactive substances affect your mind and body. It is looking for healthy volunteers to take part in supervised sessions to explore the effects of these drugs.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 25–55 - NCT06772766RecruitingPhase 1
Study of 9MW3011 in adults with beta-thalassemia without regular transfusions
This trial tests a new drug, 9MW3011, in people with a type of beta-thalassemia that does not require regular blood transfusions. The goal is to see if the drug can safely help manage iron overload and improve hemoglobin levels.
Nanning, GuangxiAges 18–65 - NCT06774235RecruitingPhase 3
Interferon gamma to prevent infections in ICU patients
This trial tests if a drug called interferon gamma can help prevent new infections in ICU patients with a weakened immune system. It may help people who have been in the ICU for at least a week and have had multiple organ failure.
AngersAges 18 years+ - NCT06775860RecruitingPhase 3
Testing ICP-332 for moderate to severe eczema
This trial tests an oral medication called ICP-332 for adults with moderate to severe eczema (atopic dermatitis) who haven't gotten enough relief from topical creams. It aims to see if the drug can reduce skin inflammation and itching.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT06776731Recruiting
Does extra oxygen during rehab help lung disease patients?
This study tests whether breathing extra oxygen during outpatient pulmonary rehabilitation helps people with COPD. Participants will have their oxygen levels checked during exercise to see if extra oxygen improves their rehab results.
Winterthur, Canton of ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT06778460Recruiting
Esketamine and lidocaine for pain after liver surgery
This trial tests whether two medicines, esketamine and lidocaine, can reduce long-term pain after liver surgery and possibly improve survival. It is for people who are having a planned liver removal (hepatectomy).
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–75 - NCT06779149Recruiting
Comparing therapy and medication for chronic insomnia
This trial compares two treatments for chronic insomnia: cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT-I) and a medication called lemborexant. It aims to find which works better for different types of insomnia. You may qualify if you have ongoing trouble sleeping and are not taking other sleep aids.
Québec, QuebecAges 18 years+ - NCT06780410RecruitingPhase 3
Study of bempedoic acid for lowering cholesterol
This trial tests a drug called bempedoic acid to see if it can safely help lower cholesterol in adults. It may be an option if you have high cholesterol and need a different treatment.
BeijingAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for placebo?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 5,230 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.