Clinical trials
Placebo clinical trials
Below are recruiting placebo clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 5,197 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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 - NCT06614309Recruiting
Non-invasive treatment for brain fog from long COVID
This study tests a non-invasive treatment to help with brain fog caused by long COVID. It may improve your symptoms if you have trouble thinking clearly or focusing.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06620523RecruitingPhase 2
Preventing kidney injury after heart bypass surgery
This trial tests whether combining two natural supplements (CoQ10 and glutathione) can protect your kidneys during heart bypass surgery. It may help prevent acute kidney injury, a common complication after these procedures.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18–70 - NCT06631287RecruitingPhase 3
Testing baricitinib for persistent long COVID symptoms
This trial tests whether the anti-inflammatory drug baricitinib can improve persistent long COVID symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, and shortness of breath. You may qualify if you had COVID-19 at least 6 months ago and still have bothersome symptoms that affect your daily life.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06647862RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new drug combo for newly diagnosed CMML
This trial tests whether adding the experimental drug IMM01 to standard azacitidine works better than azacitidine alone for people with chronic myelomonocytic leukemia (CMML). The goal is to see if the combination can help control the disease with manageable side effects.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT06650852RecruitingPhase 2
A study of 3 drugs for chronic hepatitis B
This trial tests a combination of three drugs (BRII-179, BRII-835, and PEG-IFNα) to see if they can better control chronic hepatitis B. It is for people who are already on antiviral therapy and have well-controlled virus levels.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–60 - NCT06658002RecruitingPhase 3
Testing stronger eye drops for fungal eye infections
This trial tests if adding cyclosporine A to the standard natamycin eye drops can better treat fungal eye infections. It may help people with moderate vision loss from a fungal corneal infection.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06664619RecruitingPhase 3
Study of a new combination inhaler for asthma
This study tests a new combination inhaler (fluticasone propionate and albuterol) for people with asthma age 12 and older. It helps see if this inhaler works better than a placebo in controlling asthma symptoms and preventing attacks.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 12 years+ - NCT06669429RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of RS-C1001 in healthy Chinese adults
This study tests a new medication called RS-C1001 in healthy Chinese volunteers to see if it's safe and how the body processes it. The drug may help lower cholesterol, but the main goal here is to check for side effects.
BeijingAges 18–45 - NCT06674148RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Qifangfeixian granules for connective tissue disease lung scarring
This trial tests a Chinese herbal medicine called Qifangfeixian granules for people with lung scarring (interstitial lung disease) related to connective tissue diseases (like lupus or scleroderma). It compares the medicine to a placebo to see if it helps improve breathing and lung function.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–80 - NCT06693362RecruitingPhase 1
Stem cell therapy for severe viral pneumonia
This trial tests whether injecting stem cells from the womb's blood supply can help treat severe viral pneumonia. It aims to improve recovery for people who are very sick and need hospital care.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–85 - NCT06701396RecruitingPhase 3
Tasimelteon for delayed sleep phase disorder with genetic variant
This study tests a new sleep medication called tasimelteon compared to a placebo (inactive treatment) for people with a specific sleep disorder linked to a genetic change in the body's internal clock. If you have Delayed Sleep-Wake Phase Disorder and carry the CRY1Δ11 variant, this trial may help improve your sleep timing.
Çankaya, AnkaraAges 18–75 - NCT03684278RecruitingPhase 2
Infliximab for new acute pancreatitis patients in the first 36 hours
This trial tests infliximab (an anti-inflammatory medicine) versus placebo to see if it improves outcomes in adults with newly diagnosed acute pancreatitis. It is designed for treatment to start within 36 hours of hospital admission.
Aberdeen, AberdeenshireAges 18–85 - NCT06694740RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Interferon gamma for immune recovery in the ICU
This trial tests if a drug called interferon gamma can help boost the immune system of patients in the ICU who are fighting serious infections. It is for adults who are on a breathing machine and have low immune function.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT07219173RecruitingPhase 2
Study of brenipatide for uncontrolled moderate to severe asthma
This study tests an investigational drug called brenipatide for people with moderate to severe asthma that isn't well controlled by current medicines. The purpose is to see if it can reduce asthma attacks better than a placebo (inactive treatment).
Tempe, ArizonaAges 18–75 - NCT07001800RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Slowing aortic valve disease with ataciguat
This trial tests a new pill, ataciguat, to slow down the progression of moderate calcific aortic valve stenosis (a condition where your aortic valve stiffens). If you have moderate valve narrowing and meet the other criteria, participation could help find a way to delay needing surgery.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 50 years+ - NCT06714942Recruiting
Ashwagandha for stress and anxiety in adults
This trial tests whether a special ashwagandha root extract can help reduce stress and anxiety. If you're an adult dealing with high stress and have not been on related medications recently, you may be able to join.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06721143RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of AION-301 for chronic kidney disease
This trial tests an experimental drug called AION-301 for people with chronic kidney disease (CKD). The goal is to see if it's safe and may help slow kidney decline. It's given by IV infusion and compared to a placebo (inactive infusion).
Miami, FloridaAges 35–75 - NCT06724640RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of an experimental HIV prevention drug in healthy adults
This study tests a new injectable drug (VH4011499) for safety and how the body processes it. It's for healthy adults without HIV, and participants will get either the study drug or a placebo (an inactive shot).
Las Vegas, NevadaAges 18–55 - NCT06727292Recruiting
Test of a skin supplement versus placebo
This trial tests whether a food supplement can improve skin health in people with normal to dry skin. You would take the supplement or a placebo every day and have your skin checked over a few weeks.
Gdansk, GDANSKAges 45–65 - NCT06735248RecruitingPhase 2
Study testing mRNA vaccine for multiple sclerosis relapse prevention
This study tests whether an mRNA vaccine (mRNA-1195) can help prevent relapses in people with early relapsing multiple sclerosis (MS). It compares the vaccine to a placebo (a shot with no active ingredient) to see if it is safe and effective.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18–55 - NCT06756490RecruitingPhase 1
Study of HY-2003 for double chin reduction
This study tests a new medicine called HY-2003 to reduce extra fat under the chin (double chin). It is for adults who have moderate to severe submental fat and want to see if injections can help.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65
Hear when a new Placebo trial opens
We’ll email you when one opens — at most once a week, no account needed, unsubscribe anytime.
Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for placebo?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 5,197 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.
Related conditions
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.