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
- NCT06881173Recruiting
Traditional Chinese medicine for myasthenia gravis
This trial tests if a traditional Chinese herbal formula, Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang, can help people with ocular myasthenia gravis. It combines the herbal treatment with standard Western medicine to see if it improves symptoms.
TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT06881628RecruitingPhase 4
Tranexamic acid and vitamin K for bleeding in cirrhosis
This trial tests if giving tranexamic acid and vitamin K by injection can help control bleeding from the upper digestive tract in people with liver cirrhosis. It may offer a way to stop bleeding more quickly.
Tanta, GharbyeaAges 18 years+ - NCT06882564RecruitingPhase 3
Resveratrol mouthwash for bad breath study
This trial tests whether a special mouthwash with resveratrol (a natural plant compound) can help reduce bad breath caused by gum-related bacteria. It might be a good option if you have bad breath from gingivitis (mild gum inflammation) and are a non-smoking dental student.
Baghdad, Bab Al-MoadhamAges 20–24 - NCT06882785RecruitingPhase 3
Testing KarXT for Japanese adults with schizophrenia
This trial tests a new medication called KarXT for people with schizophrenia who are currently having a psychotic episode. It is for Japanese adults who have had schizophrenia before and are not in their first episode.
Kōnan, Aichi-kenAges 18–65 - NCT06882824Recruiting
Preventing bleeding during fibroid surgery with misoprostol
This trial tests if giving misoprostol before surgery can reduce blood loss during the removal of uterine fibroids (non-cancerous growths). It is for women who need laparoscopic or open surgery for their fibroids.
Clermont-Ferrand, Clermont-FerrandAges 18–43 - NCT06883305RecruitingPhase 3
Testing tezepelumab for moderate to severe COPD
This trial tests tezepelumab, an injected medication, for people with moderate to very severe COPD who still have flare-ups despite using standard inhalers. It may help reduce flare-ups and improve breathing for those with higher eosinophil levels.
Foley, AlabamaAges 40–80 - NCT06886126RecruitingPhase 2
Testing HDM1005 injection for weight loss in adults with obesity
This study tests an experimental injection called HDM1005 for adults with obesity who do not have diabetes. The goal is to see if it helps with weight loss when combined with diet and exercise.
NanjingAges 18–65 - NCT06886464RecruitingPhase 2
Preventing kidney injury from strong medications with cilastatin
This study tests whether a medicine called cilastatin can prevent kidney damage caused by certain strong medications. If you are receiving one of these medications and are at risk for kidney injury, this trial may offer protection.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT06889168RecruitingPhase 1
Long-term safety of imatinib for LAM
This study tests the long-term safety and tolerability of the drug imatinib in women with LAM, a rare lung disease that causes cysts. It may help stabilize lung function over time.
New York, New YorkAges 18–64 - NCT06891287RecruitingPhase 1
Testing an oral GLP-1/2 capsule in healthy volunteers
This study tests a new oral capsule that delivers a medicine called PG-102, which is a dual GLP-1/2 agonist (similar to drugs used for diabetes and weight loss). It is for healthy volunteers to see how the body handles the medicine. The study has two parts: one for people with a lower BMI and one for people with a higher BMI (over 30).
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 18–65 - NCT06891365RecruitingPhase 1
Multiple doses of a new drug for fatty liver disease
This trial tests a new medication for people with fatty liver disease. It will see if the drug can reduce liver fat and improve liver health over several doses.
HarrowAges 18–64 - NCT06891443RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Sepofarsen for LCA type 10
This study tests an investigational RNA therapy called sepofarsen for people with Leber Congenital Amaurosis (LCA) type 10, a rare inherited eye disease that causes severe vision loss from birth. The goal is to see if it can slow or improve vision loss.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 6 years+ - NCT06891417RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Chlamydia mRNA vaccine study for adults 18-29
This study tests a new mRNA vaccine designed to prevent chlamydia infection. It is for adults aged 18 to 29 who have a higher risk of getting chlamydia.
Bruce, Australian Capital TerritoryAges 18–29 - NCT06892093Recruiting
Probiotics to prevent diarrhea from neratinib in breast cancer
This trial tests whether taking probiotics can help prevent diarrhea caused by the breast cancer drug neratinib. If you are a woman with HER2-positive breast cancer and are about to start neratinib, this study may help manage a common side effect.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18 years+ - NCT06893016RecruitingPhase 3
Study of RAY1225 for adults with obesity or overweight
This trial tests a new medicine called RAY1225 to help people lose weight. If you have obesity or are overweight with related health conditions, you may be able to join.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT06893822Recruiting
Griffonia simplicifolia for pain in healthy volunteers
This trial tests if a natural supplement called Griffonia simplicifolia can change how your body processes pain. It is looking for healthy people to take part.
GrazAges 18–99 - NCT06894212RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new med for schizophrenia flare-ups
This trial tests a new medication called SEP-363856 for people with schizophrenia who are currently having a severe flare-up of symptoms. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective compared to a placebo.
Bentonville, ArkansasAges 18–65 - NCT06894875Recruiting
Lentil protein's effect on blood pressure and exercise
This trial tests a lentil protein supplement to see if it helps control blood pressure, improve blood vessel function, and boost exercise performance. You may be able to join if you're a healthy, active adult aged 18-45.
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 18–45 - NCT06895486RecruitingPhase 2
New oral polio vaccine study for infants
This study tests a new oral polio vaccine given to healthy infants at 16 weeks old. It aims to see if the vaccine is safe and works well to protect against polio.
Panama CityAges 1 month–2 months - NCT06898476Recruiting
Silkworm pupa powder for Alzheimer's disease
This study tests if a powder made from silkworm pupae can help improve memory and thinking in people with Alzheimer's disease. It is for people with mild to severe Alzheimer's who have clear signs of the disease in their blood or brain scans.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 50–90 - NCT06898606RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Psilocybin mushrooms with or without Prozac for stubborn depression
This study tests whether a dose of psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) can help treat depression that hasn't improved with standard antidepressants. Some participants will also take the antidepressant fluoxetine (Prozac) to see if it changes the effects.
Foz do Iguaçu, ParanáAges 25–65 - NCT06898788RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Probiotics for depression in teens and young adults
This study tests whether a probiotic supplement can help improve depression in young people who are already taking an SSRI antidepressant. If you join, you will take a probiotic or placebo for several weeks and have your mood and brain activity checked.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 15–24 - NCT06898814RecruitingPhase 4
Iron infusions to improve walking after hip fracture
This study tests whether giving iron through a vein can help older adults walk better after hip fracture surgery. It is for people who have anemia (low red blood cells) after their operation.
Copenhagen NVAges 65 years+ - NCT06899334RecruitingPhase 1
Comparing LSD, psilocybin, and DMT in healthy volunteers
This study compares how three different psychedelic substances affect your state of mind. The goal is to better understand these altered states, which may help develop future treatments.
BaselAges 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.