Clinical trials
Placebo clinical trials
Below are recruiting placebo clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 5,154 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06345443Enrolling by invitation
Nicotinamide riboside for blood vessel health
This trial tests a nutritional supplement (nicotinamide riboside) to see how it affects blood flow in healthy adults. It may help understand how to support vascular health as we age.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 35–70 - NCT06350630RecruitingPhase 2
Hydroxychloroquine for IgA nephropathy
This trial tests whether hydroxychloroquine can help slow kidney damage in people with IgA nephropathy. You may qualify if you have this kidney disease, are already on two standard medicines (RAAS inhibitors and SGLT2 inhibitors), and have ongoing protein in your urine.
Clermont-FerrandAges 18 years+ - NCT06353529RecruitingPhase 4
Pain management after pituitary tumor surgery
This study tests a nerve block (called sphenopalatine ganglion block) for pain relief after pituitary tumor surgery through the nose. It aims to see if this block helps manage pain and reduces the need for other pain medicines.
Hamilton, OntarioAges 18–100 - NCT06340789RecruitingPhase 2
Sodium Benzoate Added to Antipsychotics for Resistant Schizophrenia
This study tests whether adding a supplement called sodium benzoate to your current antipsychotic medication can improve symptoms in schizophrenia that hasn't responded well to standard treatments. Researchers will measure brain chemistry changes and symptom improvement over time.
Chiayi CityAges 20–55 - NCT06355310RecruitingPhase 2
Studying an SGLT2 inhibitor for fatty liver in teens
This study tests a medication called empagliflozin (a type of SGLT2 inhibitor) to see if it can help treat fatty liver disease in teenagers and young adults. It may improve liver health and help with weight management.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 16–20 - NCT06349083RecruitingPhase 2
Psilocybin-assisted treatment for alcohol use disorder
This study tests whether psilocybin, a psychedelic drug, combined with therapy can help people reduce or stop drinking. It aims to understand how psilocybin affects the brain and behavior in people with alcohol use disorder.
New York, New YorkAges 18–65 - NCT06354088RecruitingPhase 1
Study of alpelisib for insulin resistance
This study tests a single dose of a drug called alpelisib (a PI3K inhibitor) to see how it affects insulin and blood sugar in people who are either insulin sensitive or insulin resistant. The goal is to understand why some people become resistant to insulin, which may help find new treatments for diabetes and related conditions.
New York, New YorkAges 18–70 - NCT06340217Recruiting
Washed Microbiota Transplant for Diabetic Stomach Paralysis
This trial tests a new treatment called washed microbiota transplantation for diabetic gastroparesis, a condition where the stomach empties slowly due to diabetes. If you have had diabetes for over a year and struggle with bloating or feeling full quickly, this study may explore whether transplanting healthy gut bacteria can help relieve your symptoms.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–100 - NCT06338553RecruitingEarly Phase 1
GLP-1 drug for early type 1 diabetes
This study tests whether a GLP-1 receptor agonist (a type of medicine that helps control blood sugar and appetite) can improve metabolic health in people with early type 1 diabetes. It may be an option if you have already taken teplizumab to delay the disease or were recently diagnosed with type 1 diabetes.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 12–50 - NCT06357702Recruiting
Physical Self-Regulation vs Placebo for Chronic Jaw Pain
This study tests whether a physical self-regulation treatment (like relaxation or biofeedback) can help reduce chronic jaw muscle pain. It compares the treatment to a placebo (inactive) version to see if it works better.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18 years+ - NCT06324604RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of MTX-101 in healthy adults
This trial tests a new drug called MTX-101 in healthy volunteers to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. It helps determine the right dose before testing in patients with certain conditions.
Heidelberg, VictoriaAges 18–65 - NCT06318169RecruitingPhase 3
Testing pegozafermin for MASH and liver fibrosis
This trial tests an experimental drug called pegozafermin to see if it can help people with MASH (a fatty liver disease) and liver scarring (fibrosis). It's for people who have moderate-to-advanced scarring but not cirrhosis, and who have not had other serious liver conditions or poorly controlled diabetes.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–80 - NCT06323213RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new asthma medicine for severe asthma
This study tests an experimental drug called 610 for people with severe asthma that is not well-controlled with standard medicines. The goal is to see if adding 610 can improve asthma control and reduce flare-ups.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT04500665RecruitingPhase 2
Colchicine for kidney-related heart inflammation
This Phase 2 trial tests whether colchicine can reduce inflammation and improve heart function in people with kidney disease and a certain type of heart problem. If you qualify, you’ll be closely monitored for side effects and lab changes.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 21–80 - NCT04121468RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Metformin trial for vision nerve recovery in young people with MS
This study tests whether metformin can help “reset” damaged nerve cells in the brain and improve vision-related nerve problems in children and young adults with multiple sclerosis. Participants are assigned to metformin or a comparison treatment in a blinded (not everyone knows which) study.
Toronto, OntarioAges 10–25 - NCT06333041RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
CBD study for Sanfilippo syndrome
This study tests whether a cannabis-derived medicine called cannabidiol (CBD) can help children with Sanfilippo syndrome, a rare genetic disorder. It may be a good fit for children who have already tried other treatments or whose disease is more advanced.
Torrance, CaliforniaAges 4 years+ - NCT06326996RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Thiamine before bypass surgery
This study tests if giving thiamine (vitamin B1) before heart bypass surgery can help people with low thiamine levels. It is designed for patients who are having a specific type of bypass that does not use a heart-lung machine.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 60–80 - NCT06337695RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Preventing immunotherapy-related diarrhea in advanced cancer
This study tests whether vedolizumab, a drug that reduces gut inflammation, can prevent diarrhea caused by immunotherapy (a type of cancer treatment). It is for adults with advanced melanoma, lung, or kidney cancer who have a stool marker of inflammation early in treatment.
Calgary, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT06336317RecruitingPhase 4
Flu vaccine after heart attack: effect on heart inflammation
This trial tests whether getting a flu vaccine shortly after a heart attack can reduce inflammation in the heart. If you've recently had a non-ST-segment elevation heart attack and a stent placed, you may be able to join.
AarhusAges 18 years+ - NCT06326684RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Testing suvorexant for alcohol use disorder
This study tests whether the sleep medication suvorexant can help people with alcohol use disorder drink less. It involves a short stay where you'll receive either suvorexant or a placebo and then have alcohol.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 21–55 - NCT06319339RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Studying a drug to improve walking in peripheral artery disease
This trial tests whether a drug called diroximel fumarate (Vumerity) can improve blood flow and walking ability in people with peripheral artery disease (PAD). It compares people with PAD to healthy volunteers of the same age.
Omaha, NebraskaAges 50–75 - NCT06322212RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Type 2 diabetes and brain blood barrier study
This study tests if a treatment can improve the blood-brain barrier in adults with type 2 diabetes. It uses MRI scans to see changes and may help protect brain function.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 40–65 - NCT06335420Recruiting
Can carrot juice prevent colon polyps from coming back?
This study tests whether drinking carrot juice every day can lower the chance that large colon polyps or early colon cancers will come back. Researchers want to see if the nutrients in carrot juice help protect the lining of the colon.
OdenseAges 18 years+ - NCT06337838RecruitingPhase 3
Preventing blood loss during surgery in kidney patients
This trial tests two medications, tranexamic acid and desmopressin, to see if they can reduce bleeding during surgery in people with severe kidney disease or on dialysis. The results may help make surgery safer for you.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for placebo?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 5,154 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.