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
- NCT06845839RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new drug in healthy volunteers
This trial tests a new drug called CAY001 in healthy volunteers to see how safe it is and how the body processes it. It may help researchers understand if the drug is safe enough to test in people with medical conditions later.
Fair Lawn, New JerseyAges 18–50 - NCT06846086RecruitingPhase 3
Melatonin for heart muscle protection
This trial tests if adding melatonin to standard heart medication helps protect the heart muscle in people with cardiomyopathy. If you are stable on your current heart meds, you may be able to join.
Dakahlia, Egypt, MansouraAges 18 years+ - NCT06846320RecruitingPhase 2
Study of ABBV-932 for generalized anxiety disorder
This trial tests an oral medicine called ABBV-932 when added to current antidepressant therapy for people with generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) who still have symptoms. It aims to see if the combination can improve anxiety and reduce side effects.
Huntsville, AlabamaAges 18–65 - NCT06846385RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing a new shot for severe seasonal hay fever
This study tests a new injection called MG-K10 for people with moderate-to-severe seasonal hay fever that isn't well controlled by standard treatments like nasal sprays or antihistamines. The goal is to see if it can reduce your allergy symptoms over the pollen season.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06846710RecruitingPhase 1
Testing HS-20118 in healthy adults and psoriasis patients
This study tests a new medicine called HS-20118 in two parts: one in healthy adults to see how the body handles a single dose, and another in people with chronic plaque psoriasis to see how it works over multiple doses. It helps find a safe dose and shows whether it might reduce psoriasis symptoms.
Anaheim, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06848348RecruitingPhase 2
Halneuron for chemotherapy-induced nerve pain
This trial tests whether the drug Halneuron can safely reduce nerve pain caused by common chemotherapy drugs (platinum and taxane). It is for people whose nerve pain started after chemotherapy and whose cancer is not currently getting worse.
Sheffield, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06848894Recruiting
Study of a drug for stroke patients after blood clot treatment
This trial tests if adding a drug called human urinary kallidinogenase (HUK) can improve recovery for people who have had a stroke and already received clot-busting medicine or a procedure to remove the clot. The goal is to see if it helps reduce disability after a stroke.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06850311RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Herbal ointment for mild to severe eczema
This trial tests whether a special herbal ointment can help treat atopic dermatitis (eczema). It is for adults with mild, moderate, or severe eczema covering less than 10% of their body surface. The ointment is applied directly to the skin, and participants will also use a gentle, fragrance-free moisturizer.
New Taipei CityAges 18–65 - NCT06851676Recruiting
Testing mineral water's effects on bone and muscle health
This trial tests if drinking Fonte Fausta® mineral water can help improve bone and muscle health in people with weak bones (osteopenia or osteoporosis). Researchers want to see if this water has special benefits beyond regular water.
Naples, ItalyAges 65 years+ - NCT06852469RecruitingPhase 4
GABA test for PTSD in veterans
This trial uses a medication called lorazepam to study how GABA receptors work in veterans with PTSD. It aims to learn more about brain chemistry related to PTSD and how it might affect treatment.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06853015RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Double dose of 4-AP for spinal cord injury recovery
This study tests whether a higher dose of a drug called 4-AP can help improve leg movement and function after a spinal cord injury. It is for people who have had a spinal cord injury at or above the lower back and can already move their ankle and hip slightly.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–85 - NCT06853223RecruitingPhase 2
Immune drug to prevent lung transplant failure
This trial tests an immune-suppressing medicine to stop a serious complication called primary graft dysfunction that can happen soon after a lung transplant. It may help people who are already on the transplant waiting list and plan to receive a standard anti-rejection drug regimen.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06853665RecruitingPhase 4
Study of mixed amphetamine for autism and ADHD in teens
This trial tests if a mixed amphetamine medication helps teenagers with both autism and ADHD who still have significant symptoms, even if they are already on other treatments. It also includes typically developing teens as a comparison group.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 8–18 - NCT06854393RecruitingPhase 2
Lacripep Eye Drops for Faster Healing After PRK
This study is testing a new eye drop called Lacripep to see if it helps heal the cornea (the clear front part of the eye) faster after PRK laser vision correction. It is for active-duty military members and their families who are already planning to have PRK surgery.
Fort Belvoir, VirginiaAges 21–55 - NCT06854471Recruiting
Drink Ingredients and Fluid Balance in Active Adults
This study tests how different amounts of water, glycerol, and salt in a drink affect your body's fluid balance. It helps researchers understand what makes a sports drink like Gatorade work best for hydration.
Bradenton, FloridaAges 18–50 - NCT06855108RecruitingPhase 3
Caffeine for newborn brain injury after oxygen loss
This trial tests if giving caffeine to newborns who had low oxygen at birth can help protect their brains. It compares caffeine plus standard care to placebo plus standard care for moderate to severe hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy (HIE).
SaidpurAges Up to 6 hours - NCT06855524RecruitingPhase 2
Seaweed supplement to prevent fatigue during chemo
This trial tests whether a natural supplement called fucoidan (from seaweed) can help prevent the fatigue often caused by chemotherapy. It is for people with gastrointestinal or gynecologic cancer starting a platinum-based treatment plan.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06857227RecruitingPhase 1
Study of GNC-038 for active rheumatoid arthritis
This trial tests a new experimental antibody called GNC-038 for people with moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA) that hasn't responded well enough to standard treatments. It aims to see if targeting specific immune cells can reduce inflammation and improve symptoms.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT06857487RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing an herb formula to prevent early stroke worsening
This study tests a traditional Chinese herb formula called Qingre Huatan to see if it can stop stroke symptoms from getting worse in the first few days. It is for people who have had an ischemic stroke within the last 48 hours and are at high risk for early decline.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT06858280RecruitingPhase 3
Patiromer and diet for potassium in dialysis patients
This trial tests if a medication called patiromer, combined with a low-potassium diet, can help manage potassium levels in people on chronic dialysis. The goal is to improve quality of life by allowing a more flexible diet.
Bergamo, BGAges 18 years+ - NCT06859437Recruiting
Preventing C. diff infection with a probiotic in transplant patients
This trial tests whether a probiotic called Lactobacillus plantarum can help prevent Clostridium difficile (C. diff) infections in people who have had an organ transplant or are on immune-suppressing drugs and are taking antibiotics. If you qualify, you may get a probiotic that could reduce your risk of this serious gut infection.
Poland, Silesian VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - NCT06859710RecruitingPhase 1
THC and CBD as a harm reduction strategy
This study looks at whether different types of cannabis (containing THC and/or CBD) might help people who use cannabis regularly reduce potential harms. You will be asked to take cannabis in a controlled setting and complete tasks and questionnaires.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 21–55 - NCT06859853RecruitingPhase 1
MWN109 injection safety study in healthy volunteers
This trial tests an investigational injection called MWN109 to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. It is for healthy adults only, and the results will help decide if the drug should be tested in people with medical conditions.
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 18–50 - NCT06860711RecruitingPhase 4
NSAID safety in children with kidney disease having surgery
This study tests if a short course of NSAID pain relievers is safe for children with mild to moderate kidney disease who are having urologic surgery requiring an overnight hospital stay. The goal is to find better ways to manage pain after surgery in these patients.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 1.5 years–25 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.