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
- NCT06860958RecruitingPhase 3
Adding roflumilast to antidepressants for depression
This study tests if adding roflumilast, a medicine that reduces inflammation, can help people with major depression feel better when taken with their current antidepressant. It is for adults with moderate to severe depression.
TantaAges 18–65 - NCT06861010RecruitingPhase 3
Ondansetron to prevent pancreatitis after ERCP
This trial tests whether ondansetron, a medicine that helps control nausea and vomiting, can reduce the risk of pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) after an ERCP procedure. If you are scheduled for an ERCP and do not have certain health issues, you may be able to join.
TantaAges 18–65 - NCT06861088RecruitingPhase 3
Kinisoquin for preventing blood clots in pancreatic cancer
This trial tests whether an investigational drug called Kinisoquin™ can help prevent blood clots in people with advanced pancreatic cancer who are starting their first chemotherapy. It may be a good option if you are looking for extra protection against clots during treatment.
Ventura, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06861920RecruitingPhase 4
NSAID use for painful periods to prevent chronic pelvic pain
This study tests whether using NSAIDs (like naproxen) for painful periods can help prevent chronic pelvic pain later on. It's for people with regular, painful periods who are otherwise healthy.
Evanston, IllinoisAges 18–35 - NCT06862453RecruitingPhase 1
Safety of a new malaria vaccine in healthy adults
This study tests a new malaria vaccine in healthy adults. You will receive the vaccine and then be exposed to the malaria parasite in a controlled setting to check if the vaccine protects you.
TübingenAges 18–45 - NCT06862596RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Mexiletine for spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy
This trial tests whether mexiletine hydrochloride can help men with spinal and bulbar muscular atrophy (SBMA) by improving muscle strength and function. It may be an option if you have mild to moderate symptoms and meet heart and medication safety checks.
Bunkyō CityAges 18–80 - NCT06862908RecruitingPhase 2
Study of IBI362 for heart failure with obesity
This study tests a new medicine called IBI362 for people with heart failure and obesity. The medicine may help improve symptoms and quality of life. You must have a specific type of heart failure (HFpEF or HFmrEF) and a BMI of 28 or higher.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06863194RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Probiotics and kidney disease progression trial
This trial tests whether taking a probiotic supplement can slow down the decline of kidney function in people with moderate chronic kidney disease (CKD stages 3 and 4). If you have stable kidney disease and are not already taking probiotics, joining this study could help researchers find a new way to protect your kidneys.
Al Mansurah, DakahliyaAges 18 years+ - NCT06863740Recruiting
Cannabis for Restless Legs Syndrome
This study tests whether cannabis can help people with Restless Legs Syndrome that has not improved with standard treatments. If you have RLS and other treatments haven't worked well, you may be able to join.
Toronto, OntarioAges 25 years+ - NCT06864884RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Study of ARC-001 for wisdom teeth removal
This trial tests a new medicine called ARC-001 in people who are scheduled to have their wisdom teeth taken out. The goal is to see if it's safe and how it affects pain and healing.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–55 - NCT06867094RecruitingPhase 2
Study of SAR441566 for Ulcerative Colitis
This trial tests a new medicine called SAR441566 for people with moderate-to-severe ulcerative colitis (UC). It may help reduce symptoms like bleeding and diarrhea if other treatments haven't worked well enough.
Sun City, ArizonaAges 18–75 - NCT06867471Recruiting
Ketone drink study for kidney disease patients
This study tests if a ketone supplement can reduce protein in urine and protect kidney function in people with chronic kidney disease or polycystic kidney disease. You drink a special supplement and researchers measure how it affects your kidneys.
Herning, JutlandAges 18 years+ - NCT06869551RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a New Drug for Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis
This study tests an investigational drug called Deucravacitinib to see if it can safely and effectively treat Juvenile Psoriatic Arthritis in children. You may be able to join if standard treatments haven't helped enough.
Lancaster, CaliforniaAges 5–17 - NCT06870500Recruiting
Psoriasis gene study for Egyptian patients
This study looks at a specific gene (Card14) in Egyptian patients with psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis. It may help understand why some people get these conditions and how they could be treated better.
QinaAges 18–50 - NCT06871488RecruitingPhase 4
ADHD irritability & aggression treatment with stimulants
This study tests whether CNS stimulant medications can improve irritability and aggression in children with ADHD. It looks for factors that predict who will benefit most.
Hershey, PennsylvaniaAges 7–12 - NCT06874842RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new shingles vaccine in adults 40 and older
This trial tests a new shingles vaccine (LYB004) in adults 40 and older. It looks at how safe the vaccine is and how well it helps your body build protection against shingles.
MeizhouAges 40 years+ - NCT06874855RecruitingPhase 4
Study of sleep medication for delayed sleep phase syndrome
This trial tests whether a sleep medication called lemborexant can help people with delayed sleep phase syndrome fall asleep earlier. It may improve sleep timing and reduce the impact on daily life.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06877611RecruitingPhase 1
Testing the drug S-4321 in healthy volunteers for safety
This trial tests a new drug called S-4321 to make sure it's safe and well-tolerated in healthy people. You would take the drug and have regular check-ups to see how your body handles it.
Bayswater, VictoriaAges 18–65 - NCT06878261RecruitingPhase 3
Tezepelumab for moderate to very severe COPD
This study tests a new medication called tezepelumab (given as a shot) to see if it can reduce COPD flare-ups in people with moderate to very severe COPD who have had recent flare-ups despite using inhalers. It may be an option for those with higher levels of eosinophils (a type of white blood cell) in their blood.
Cullman, AlabamaAges 40–80 - NCT06878287Recruiting
Bright light therapy for alcohol withdrawal
This study tests whether bright light therapy can help people going through alcohol withdrawal in a residential treatment center. It involves sitting in front of a bright light box for a set time each day, and may help reduce withdrawal symptoms and improve mood.
Paris, Île-de-France RegionAges 18–65 - NCT06878417Recruiting
Cannabinoids for osteoarthritis knee or hip pain
This study tests if cannabinoid medications can reduce pain interference in daily life for people with hip or knee osteoarthritis. It may be a new option for moderate to severe pain.
Toronto, OntarioAges 40–80 - NCT06879327RecruitingPhase 2
Testing different schedules for an infant malaria vaccine
This trial is testing whether giving the R21 malaria vaccine to infants at different ages (starting at 2 months or 3 months) works as well as starting at 6 weeks. It will help find the best schedule to protect babies against malaria.
Bobo-DioulassoAges 1 month–2 months - NCT06879782RecruitingPhase 3
Eye drops for dry eye disease: a phase 3 study
This study tests an eye drop called lifitegrast for people with dry eye disease. It looks at whether the drops can improve eye comfort, reduce dryness, and help eye surface health. You may be able to join if you have had dry eye symptoms and used artificial tears in the past month.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06880276RecruitingPhase 3
Studying QLM3003 ointment for mild or moderate eczema
This trial tests if an ointment called QLM3003 is safe and helps adults with mild to moderate atopic dermatitis (eczema). It may be a new treatment option for people whose eczema affects small areas of skin.
ShenyangAges 18–75
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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.