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
- NCT06767527RecruitingPhase 3
AK112 plus chemo for first-line triple-negative breast cancer
This trial tests a new immunotherapy drug called AK112 combined with chemotherapy (nab-paclitaxel) for people with advanced triple-negative breast cancer who haven't had treatment yet. The goal is to see if AK112 works better than a placebo at shrinking tumors and helping people live longer.
BeijingAges 18–75 - NCT06769659RecruitingPhase 2
Testing NPT 2042 for absence seizures in genetic epilepsy
This trial tests a new medication called NPT 2042 for people with a type of epilepsy that causes brief staring spells (absence seizures). It aims to see if the drug can reduce seizure frequency compared to a placebo (an inactive pill).
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 16–75 - NCT06771492RecruitingPhase 3
Antibiotics for chronic back pain with Modic changes
This trial tests whether an antibiotic (amoxicillin) can reduce chronic low back pain in people who have a specific type of bone change (Modic type I) after a past herniated disc. If you qualify, you would receive either the antibiotic or a placebo (inactive pill) for several weeks.
Rotterdam, South HollandAges 18–65 - NCT06772168RecruitingPhase 3
New combo pill for diabetes and high cholesterol
This trial tests a new combination pill for people with type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol who are already on metformin. It aims to see if the new drug helps control both blood sugar and cholesterol better than current treatments.
AnyangAges 19–80 - NCT06776952RecruitingPhase 3
Study of XNW5004 for relapsed or refractory peripheral T-cell lymphoma
This study tests a new oral tablet called XNW5004 for people with peripheral T-cell lymphoma (a type of blood cancer) that has come back or not responded to prior treatments. The goal is to see if this drug can help shrink tumors or slow the disease.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 3 weeks–2 months - NCT06785116RecruitingPhase 4
Study on dapagliflozin for heart health after a hypertensive pregnancy
This trial tests a medicine called dapagliflozin (DAPA) to see if it reduces heart risk in women who had high blood pressure or preeclampsia during pregnancy. It is designed for those who had severe blood pressure rises around delivery or a high BNP level, a marker of heart strain.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06789705Recruiting
MDMA for people with vasopressin deficiency
This study tests whether a low dose of MDMA, compared to a placebo, changes oxytocin levels in people with a condition called arginine vasopressin deficiency (also known as central diabetes insipidus). The goal is to understand the role of oxytocin in this condition and explore potential treatment insights.
BaselAges 18 years+ - NCT06798571RecruitingPhase 4
How menopause affects body temperature control
This study looks at how menopause changes the way your body handles heat. It may help women understand temperature changes during menopause.
University Park, PennsylvaniaAges 42–64 - NCT06798896RecruitingPhase 2
SPN-817 for hard-to-control focal seizures
This study tests an investigational drug called SPN-817 to see if it can reduce focal seizures (seizures that start in one area of the brain) in adults whose seizures are not well controlled by current medications.
Port Charlotte, FloridaAges 18–70 - NCT06824519RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Quadrivalent flu vaccine trial for adults
This trial tests a new quadrivalent influenza (flu) vaccine in adults 18 and older. It aims to see if the vaccine is safe and helps protect against the flu. You may be able to join if you are generally healthy and have not had the flu or a flu shot recently.
Shijiazhuang, HebeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06838013Recruiting
Electrical stimulation to improve leg movement after stroke
This trial tests a new way to help people with stroke move their legs better by combining electrical stimulation on the back and leg. If you have had a stroke more than 6 months ago and can already walk with or without a cane, this treatment might help strengthen ankle muscles and make walking easier.
Hong KongAges 50–85 - NCT06840496RecruitingPhase 3
Study of oral NA-921 vs placebo for girls and women with Rett syndrome
This trial tests an oral medication called NA-921 in females with Rett syndrome to see if it works better than a placebo. It may be an option for those who have a confirmed MECP2 gene mutation and stable seizure patterns.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 5–20 - NCT06841913RecruitingPhase 4
Woodsmoke, flu, and your nasal immune response
This study tests how breathing woodsmoke affects your nose's ability to fight off the flu virus. You will be exposed to woodsmoke and then given a live flu vaccine to see how your immune system responds.
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaAges 18–49 - NCT06849037Recruiting
Preventive antibiotics for meconium-stained fluid at birth
This trial tests whether giving a single dose of the antibiotic Zinacef (cefuroxime) to women with meconium-stained amniotic fluid during labor can reduce infections. You may be eligible if you have a full-term, single baby and your water is stained with meconium.
NahariyaAges 18 years+ - NCT06853743RecruitingPhase 2
Study of nicotinamide riboside for Huntington's disease
This trial tests if a vitamin B3-like supplement, nicotinamide riboside, can help people with early to mid-stage Huntington's disease. You will be randomly assigned to take the supplement or a placebo to see if it slows the disease.
OsloAges 18–80 - NCT06856174RecruitingPhase 4
Menopause Hormone Therapy for Women with HIV
This trial tests whether hormone therapy can help manage hot flashes and night sweats in women living with HIV who are going through menopause. It's designed to see if this treatment is safe and effective for this group.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 40–60 - NCT06859723RecruitingPhase 1
Effects of high potency cannabis on daily users
This study tests how high potency cannabis affects mood, thinking, and pain sensitivity in people who smoke cannabis almost every day. It will help researchers understand both immediate and long-lasting effects.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 21–55 - NCT06860971RecruitingPhase 3
AL2846 capsule vs placebo for advanced thyroid cancer
This study tests a new oral capsule (AL2846) against a placebo in people with advanced thyroid cancer that no longer responds to radioactive iodine. The goal is to see if AL2846 can slow or stop cancer growth.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT06861062Recruiting
Vitamin D and yeast beta-glucan for type 2 diabetes
This trial tests if taking vitamin D3 and yeast beta-glucan supplements can help control blood sugar and lower heart disease risk in people with type 2 diabetes. It may be an option for those who want to see if supplements can improve their diabetes management.
Nanning, GuangxiAges 40–79 - NCT06897176RecruitingPhase 4
Cerebrolysin for speech recovery after stroke
This study tests whether a medicine called Cerebrolysin can help improve speech in people who have trouble speaking after a stroke. It is for Korean speakers who had their first stroke within the last month.
SeoulAges 19–90 - NCT06897475RecruitingPhase 2
Study of LY3457263 for type 2 diabetes on semaglutide or tirzepatide
This study tests if adding LY3457263 helps lower blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes who are already taking a stable dose of semaglutide or tirzepatide. You will be randomly assigned to get either LY3457263 or a placebo.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–75 - NCT06900920RecruitingPhase 3
Study of TQB3473 tablets for adults with chronic immune thrombocytopenia
This trial tests an investigational tablet called TQB3473 against placebo for adults with primary immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) that has lasted at least a year and hasn't responded well to standard treatments. The goal is to see if the drug can safely increase platelet counts and reduce bleeding risk.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT06904807RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of LIFE-001 in healthy volunteers
This trial tests a new drug called LIFE-001 in healthy volunteers to check its safety and how the body handles it. It is for people without significant health issues.
Bayswater, VictoriaAges 18–65 - NCT06917404RecruitingPhase 3
Knee osteoarthritis pain study: comparing a new injection to placebo
This phase 3 study tests whether a medicine called pentosan polysulfate sodium (PPS), given as a shot under the skin, reduces pain in people with knee osteoarthritis. It compares PPS to a placebo (a shot with no active medicine) to see if it is safe and effective.
Peoria, ArizonaAges 18 years+
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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.
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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.