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
- NCT07248865RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CLYM116 in healthy volunteers
This study tests a new drug called CLYM116 in healthy adults to see how safe it is and how the body processes it. It may help researchers learn more before testing it in people with certain medical conditions.
BrisbaneAges 18–60 - NCT07249632RecruitingPhase 3
Study of Telitacicept for Eye Muscle Weakness from Myasthenia Gravis
This trial tests a new drug, telitacicept, for people with myasthenia gravis that only affects the eyes (ocular myasthenia gravis). The goal is to see if it can improve symptoms like droopy eyelids or double vision.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 12–80 - NCT07250035RecruitingPhase 3
Chinese herb trial for brain bleed linked to amyloid angiopathy
This trial tests a traditional Chinese medicine called Jiedu Huayu to see if it helps people recover from a brain bleed caused by a condition where proteins build up in blood vessel walls (cerebral amyloid angiopathy). The goal is to improve outcomes without surgery.
BeijingAges 50–90 - NCT07251023RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new drug for Alzheimer's dementia
This study tests whether a new drug called Latrepirdine (DMB-I) is safe and effective for people with mild to moderate Alzheimer's dementia. It may help slow cognitive decline when added to current treatment or used alone.
Kazan'Ages 60–90 - NCT07617597RecruitingPhase 3
Testing deuruxolitinib for severe hair loss in Japanese adults
This study tests whether a new drug called deuruxolitinib can help regrow hair in people with alopecia areata (an autoimmune condition causing patchy hair loss). The drug works by blocking certain immune signals that attack hair follicles.
AsahikawaAges 18–65 - NCT05359653RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Clemastine to study MRI changes in relapsing MS
This early-phase study tests whether clemastine (a drug being studied for “myelin repair”) changes how MS looks on special MRI scans. It may help researchers understand if the treatment supports restoring nerve covering in people with relapsing-remitting MS.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT07037459RecruitingPhase 3
A study of a new drug for heart failure with obesity
This trial tests a medication called maridebart cafraglutide for people with heart failure (where the heart doesn't pump as well as it should) and obesity. The goal is to see if it can help improve symptoms and outcomes.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–99 - NCT07383311Recruiting
Memory, sleep, and a natural supplement
This trial tests whether a natural substance (from wheat germ) that boosts a process called autophagy can help improve sleep in people who are worried about their memory or have mild memory problems but do not have dementia.
Greifswald, Mecklenburg-VorpommernAges 55–70 - NCT07546409Recruiting
Do ketones help thinking in older adults with prediabetes?
This study looks at whether a supplement called ketones can improve thinking and memory in older adults who have prediabetes but not diabetes or memory problems. You will take the supplement, have brain scans, and complete thinking tests.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 60–75 - NCT06504160RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a bacteria cream for eczema (TIME-2)
This study tests whether a cream made from a friendly skin bacteria (Staphylococcus hominis) can help treat eczema. Eligible participants will apply the cream to eczema patches on their arms, legs, or trunk for several weeks.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 6 years+ - NCT06843148Recruiting
Does niacin help move fat from liver to fat tissue?
This study tests if niacin (a B vitamin) can help the body store fat safely in fat tissue instead of letting it build up in the liver. It may be an option for people with fatty liver linked to belly fat, without serious liver damage or other health issues.
Sherbrooke, QuebecAges 20–80 - NCT07682233RecruitingPhase 2
Study on a mitochondrial target and blood sugar control
This study tests a medicine called XBD173 to see how it affects blood sugar by targeting a protein inside cells' mitochondria. It may help people without diabetes learn about new ways to regulate blood sugar.
LondonAges 18–75 - NCT07389044RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of IB-001 injection in healthy people and hepatitis B patients
This study tests a new injection called IB-001 in two groups: healthy people and people with chronic hepatitis B. The goal is to see if it's safe and how the body handles it at different doses. It might offer a new treatment option for hepatitis B in the future.
ChisinauAges 18–70 - NCT06016842RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term study of elafibranor for primary biliary cholangitis
This trial tests a drug called elafibranor for people with primary biliary cholangitis (PBC), a liver disease. It aims to see if the drug is safe and works well over a long time.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07405554RecruitingPhase 2
Zinc with botox for overactive bladder
This trial tests whether taking zinc along with a botox injection (a standard treatment) can better reduce sudden, strong urges to urinate in women with overactive bladder who haven't gotten relief from other treatments.
Skokie, IllinoisAges 21–100 - NCT07362992RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Tranexamic acid gel to reduce bleeding during cesarean
This study tests whether applying a medicine called tranexamic acid directly to the uterus during a scheduled cesarean can reduce bleeding. It may help women who are having their first or second cesarean delivery.
Holon, Central DistrictAges 18–51 - NCT07251244Recruiting
Supplement and exercise for immune health in older adults
This trial tests whether a combination of a supplement and moderate exercise can help keep your immune system strong and healthy as you age. It is for older adults who are independent and generally healthy.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 65 years+ - NCT07251309RecruitingPhase 3
Study of WS016 for treating high potassium levels
This trial tests a new drug called WS016 to lower high potassium levels in adults. High potassium can be dangerous for your heart, and this study aims to find out if WS016 is safe and effective.
Bengbu, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT07252492Recruiting
Testing a new hearing device for people with hearing loss
This study tests a new hearing device called 'Audiocap' to see if it helps people with mild to moderate hearing loss hear better. It may be an option if you are getting your first hearing aid.
Lyon, FranceAges 18 years+ - NCT07252778RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Probiotics for endurance athletes
This trial tests if taking a probiotic supplement for a short time can help athletes who do endurance sports like rowing. If you are a healthy athlete on a national team, this study might help you understand how probiotics affect performance.
Poznan, WielkopolskaAges 16–50 - NCT07254481RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of VB19055 in healthy volunteers
This trial tests a new drug (VB19055) in healthy volunteers to see how safe it is and how the body processes it. Participants will be watched closely and may help find the right dose for future studies.
HangzhouAges 18–50 - NCT07254429RecruitingPhase 2
The Copenhagen Menopause Study for hot flash relief
This study tests a new treatment for women going through menopause who have frequent hot flashes. It aims to find a safe and effective way to reduce moderate to severe hot flashes.
HerlevAges 40–65 - NCT07257029RecruitingPhase 2
Ketotifen Cream for Vulvar Pain
This trial tests a topical cream called ketotifen for treating a type of vulvar pain (secondary provoked vestibulodynia). The cream may help reduce pain at the vaginal opening, and you would apply it daily for several months.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07257198RecruitingPhase 3
Aspirin-free care with ticagrelor after a heart attack treated without stents or bypass
This trial tests whether taking ticagrelor (a blood thinner) alone, without aspirin, is safe and effective for people who have had a heart attack and are being treated with medication only (no stents or bypass surgery). It could mean fewer pills and possibly reduce bleeding risks.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18 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.