Clinical trials
Placebo clinical trials
Below are recruiting placebo clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 5,184 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06371157RecruitingPhase 3
Testing AK104 and Lenvatinib with TACE for liver cancer
This trial tests if adding a new combination of drugs (AK104 and lenvatinib) to a standard liver cancer procedure called TACE is more effective than TACE alone. It is for people whose liver cancer has not spread and cannot be removed by surgery, but who are well enough to receive these treatments.
Zhengzhou, HenanAges 18–75 - NCT06384456RecruitingPhase 4
TXA vs Placebo for Pain After Wrist Surgery
This study tests if tranexamic acid (TXA), a medicine used to reduce bleeding, can help lessen pain right after wrist fracture surgery. You may be able to join if you had breast cancer and radiation at least a year ago, are not currently on active cancer treatment, and don't take blood thinners or daily strong pain pills.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06387823Recruiting
Testing Sivelestat Sodium and Dexamethasone for Severe ARDS
This trial tests a combination of two medicines (Sivelestat Sodium and Dexamethasone) to see if they can help people with severe lung injury (ARDS) who need a breathing machine. It is for patients whose condition has just worsened and who are on a ventilator early in their illness.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06411925RecruitingPhase 4
Atock Dry Syrup for children with acute bronchitis
This trial tests a new cough syrup (Atock Dry Syrup) for children with acute bronchitis. If your child has a bad cough, wheezing, and symptoms started in the last 2 days, this treatment may help ease their symptoms.
SeoulAges 6 months–11 years - NCT06423235RecruitingPhase 4
Prunella oral liquid for thyroid nodules
This trial tests if an herbal liquid made from prunella can shrink benign thyroid nodules. It may be an option for people with solid, non-cancerous nodules who want to avoid surgery.
Chongqing, Chongqing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06425224RecruitingPhase 3
TENS therapy for premature ejaculation
This trial tests if a painless electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) treatment can help men with premature ejaculation last longer and feel more in control. It's for men who have had this condition for at least 6 months and are in a stable relationship.
Mexico CityAges 18–62 - NCT06439563RecruitingPhase 3
Testing JP-1366 to prevent NSAID-related stomach ulcers
This trial tests a new drug called JP-1366 to see if it can prevent stomach ulcers caused by long-term NSAID use (like ibuprofen or naproxen) for conditions such as arthritis. It may be a good fit if you need to take NSAIDs for at least 24 weeks and have a higher risk of ulcers.
SeoulAges 19 years+ - NCT06441630RecruitingPhase 3
Testing two new high blood pressure medicines together
This trial tests a combination of two new medications (AD-227A and AD-227B) to see if they work better together for people with essential (common) high blood pressure. It could be a new treatment option to help control your blood pressure.
SeoulAges 19 years+ - NCT06452199Recruiting
Bifidobacterium infantis for newborns study (BEGIN)
This study gives healthy newborns a probiotic supplement called Bifidobacterium infantis to see if it helps with growth, immune health, and reducing inflammation. It may be a safe way to support your baby's early development.
Herning, Central JutlandAges 1 day–1 week - NCT06455449RecruitingPhase 3
Injectable anifrolumab for polymyositis or dermatomyositis
This study tests a new injectable medicine (anifrolumab) added to your usual treatments for polymyositis or dermatomyositis. It may help reduce disease activity if you have moderate to severe symptoms and are already on stable therapy.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–75 - NCT06464744Recruiting
Can brain stimulation help after spinal cord injury?
This trial tests whether repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), a non-invasive treatment that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate the brain, can improve movement and function in people with chronic spinal cord injury. It may help if you have some movement left below your injury level.
OsloAges 18–80 - NCT07621809RecruitingPhase 3
Ianalumab versus placebo for Sjögren's disease with high symptom burden
This study tests whether a new drug called ianalumab can reduce dry mouth and other symptoms in people with Sjögren's disease—a condition where the immune system attacks moisture-producing glands. Participants will receive either ianalumab or a placebo (inactive injection) over 52 weeks to see if the drug helps.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06502964RecruitingPhase 2
ALTO-101 study for schizophrenia cognitive symptoms
This study tests an experimental medication called ALTO-101 for people with schizophrenia who also have cognitive impairment (memory or thinking problems). It aims to see if the drug can improve these symptoms while you continue your current antipsychotic treatment.
Garden Grove, CaliforniaAges 21–55 - NCT06508983RecruitingPhase 3
SG301 for multiple myeloma returning after treatment
This trial tests a new drug called SG301 added to standard treatments (pomalidomide and dexamethasone) for people with multiple myeloma that came back or got worse after prior therapy. It may help if you have tried lenalidomide and a proteasome inhibitor but your cancer is still active.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06524830RecruitingPhase 2
Testing VLS-01 film for treatment-resistant depression
This trial tests an experimental film placed inside the cheek (VLS-01) against a placebo to see if it helps people whose depression hasn't improved with standard antidepressants. If you have tried at least two antidepressants without success, this study may be an option for you.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18–65 - NCT06528444RecruitingPhase 3
Dexamethasone vs placebo for severe flu patients
This trial tests whether dexamethasone (a steroid) can help people hospitalized with severe flu recover faster. It is for adults who are already taking Tamiflu and do not have other serious infections like COVID-19.
AlicanteAges 18–100 - NCT06532279RecruitingPhase 2
Testing BMX-001 with chemoradiation for head and neck cancer
This trial tests whether adding BMX-001 (a drug that may protect healthy tissues) to standard chemoradiation can reduce side effects and improve outcomes for people with head and neck cancer. It's a randomized study, so you would have a 50/50 chance of getting BMX-001 or a placebo.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06533137Recruiting
How your mind can influence the placebo effect
This trial studies how your awareness and personal beliefs affect the placebo effect—a real improvement in symptoms from a treatment that has no active medicine. Researchers are looking at healthy people to understand how the mind and body interact, which could help improve future treatments.
MilanAges 18 years+ - NCT06538077RecruitingPhase 4
BCAA vs. Rifaximin to Prevent Recurrent Hepatic Encephalopathy
This trial compares two treatments—BCAA supplements and rifaximin—to see which is better at preventing another episode of confusion or coma in people with cirrhosis who have already had one. If you qualify, you would receive one of these treatments for several months.
ChandigarhAges 18–65 - NCT06546449RecruitingPhase 1
Testing LH-001 Safety in Healthy Adults
This study tests a new medicine called LH-001 in healthy volunteers to see if it is safe. You will receive either the medicine or a placebo (a dummy pill) and stay overnight for monitoring.
Columbus, OhioAges 18–60 - NCT06569524RecruitingPhase 2
A new drug for NASH with liver scarring
This study tests a new injected drug (TQA2225/AP025) that may help reduce liver fat and inflammation in people with NASH (a type of fatty liver disease with scarring). It’s for adults who have had a recent liver biopsy and MRI confirming NASH and moderate liver fat.
Lu'an, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT06575478RecruitingPhase 2
Herbal granules for new type 2 diabetes patients
This study tests two herbal granules (Fuling Yunhua and Dihuang Baoyuan) to see if they help control blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes who have not yet taken diabetes medication. You will be randomly assigned to one of the granules or a placebo for several weeks, and your blood sugar will be monitored closely.
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT06602479RecruitingPhase 2
Study of MEDI0618 for episodic migraine
This trial tests a new medicine, MEDI0618, against a placebo for people with episodic migraine. The goal is to see if MEDI0618 is safe and effective at reducing migraine days.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–70 - NCT06610305RecruitingPhase 4
Hormones, mood, and reward in women with PMS-related depression
This study looks at how changes in hormone levels during the menstrual cycle affect mood and the brain's reward system in women with depression that gets worse before their period. The goal is to understand why this happens so better treatments can be developed.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18–45
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for placebo?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 5,184 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.