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
- 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+ - NCT06645847Recruiting
Ketone drink for walking and strength in older adults
This study tests whether a special ketone drink can help older adults who are starting to feel frail (slower walking, less energy). You would be assigned to one of several groups, and researchers will check if the drink improves your strength and daily function.
Novato, CaliforniaAges 65 years+ - NCT06639074RecruitingPhase 2
Folate receptor dendritic cell vaccine for ovarian cancer
This trial tests a personalized vaccine made from your own immune cells, designed to target a protein called folate receptor alpha found on many ovarian cancer cells. It is for people who have finished initial chemotherapy and have no signs of cancer remaining, to try to prevent it from coming back.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - 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+ - 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 - NCT06619860RecruitingPhase 2
VX-993 for diabetic nerve pain
This trial tests a new medicine called VX-993 for people with diabetes who have had nerve pain in both feet or legs for at least a year. The goal is to see if it reduces pain and is safe.
Cullman, AlabamaAges 18–80 - NCT06628908RecruitingPhase 3
Study of suzetrigine for painful diabetic nerve damage
This trial tests an experimental medicine called suzetrigine to see if it can safely reduce pain caused by nerve damage from diabetes (diabetic peripheral neuropathy). It might be an option if you have had daily pain in both legs and current treatments haven't worked well enough.
Anniston, AlabamaAges 18–80 - NCT05695261RecruitingPhase 2
Oral microbiome capsules for peanut allergy in teens
This Phase 2 study tests whether taking capsules made from donor gut microbes is safe and can reduce allergic reactions to peanuts. It involves peanut allergy testing and close follow-up with stool samples and check-ins.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 12–17 - NCT06613698RecruitingPhase 2
Testing an investigational drug for alcohol-related liver disease
This trial tests whether a new drug, GSK4532990, is safe and effective compared to a placebo in adults aged 18 to 70 with liver disease caused by alcohol use. The study aims to see if the drug can help treat advanced chronic liver disease.
Chandler, ArizonaAges 18–70 - 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 - NCT05432466RecruitingPhase 3
Celiprolol vs placebo for vascular Ehlers-Danlos heart vessel fragility
This Phase 3 study compares celiprolol (a blood vessel–related medicine) versus placebo to see which better reduces vascular risks in people with vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. It requires confirmed COL3A1 genetic findings and specific imaging before starting.
Culver City, CaliforniaAges 15–64 - 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+ - NCT06239311RecruitingPhase 3
Methotrexate vs placebo for adults with eczema
This trial tests if methotrexate, a medication that calms the immune system, can help adults with moderate-to-severe eczema that hasn't improved with creams or other treatments. You'll either receive methotrexate or a placebo to see which works better.
Prague, Praha 1Ages 18 years+ - NCT06553729Recruiting
Vitamin D and prebiotic supplement for blood sugar during pregnancy
This trial tests whether taking a combination of vitamin D and a prebiotic can help manage blood sugar levels in pregnant women at high risk for gestational diabetes. It may offer a simple way to support a healthy pregnancy.
Zhanjiang, GuangdongAges 18–45 - NCT06508710RecruitingPhase 3
Ketamine plus venlafaxine for severe depression
This trial tests whether adding ketamine to the antidepressant venlafaxine helps relieve severe depression faster than venlafaxine alone. If you are hospitalized for a serious depression and you meet safety criteria, you may be eligible.
Le Kremlin-Bicêtre, FranceAges 18–65 - NCT06546449RecruitingPhase 1
Testing LH-001 Safety in Healthy Adults
This study tests a new medicine called LH-001 in healthy volunteers to see if it is safe. You will receive either the medicine or a placebo (a dummy pill) and stay overnight for monitoring.
Columbus, OhioAges 18–60 - NCT06532279RecruitingPhase 2
Testing BMX-001 with chemoradiation for head and neck cancer
This trial tests whether adding BMX-001 (a drug that may protect healthy tissues) to standard chemoradiation can reduce side effects and improve outcomes for people with head and neck cancer. It's a randomized study, so you would have a 50/50 chance of getting BMX-001 or a placebo.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06548204RecruitingPhase 2
Antihistamine after a heart attack
This trial tests whether taking an antihistamine medicine called fexofenadine hydrochloride can help people recover better after a heart attack. It is a randomized study, so some participants will receive the medicine and others will receive a placebo (a pill with no active ingredients).
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18 years+ - NCT06524830RecruitingPhase 2
Testing VLS-01 film for treatment-resistant depression
This trial tests an experimental film placed inside the cheek (VLS-01) against a placebo to see if it helps people whose depression hasn't improved with standard antidepressants. If you have tried at least two antidepressants without success, this study may be an option for you.
Tucson, ArizonaAges 18–65 - NCT05290285Recruiting
Amino acids for anorexia nervosa, compared with placebo
This study tests whether taking certain amino acids can help people with anorexia nervosa. Participants are randomly assigned to amino acids or a placebo (a look-alike with no active ingredient) to see which works better.
Garda, ItalyAges 16–50 - NCT06502964RecruitingPhase 2
ALTO-101 study for schizophrenia cognitive symptoms
This study tests an experimental medication called ALTO-101 for people with schizophrenia who also have cognitive impairment (memory or thinking problems). It aims to see if the drug can improve these symptoms while you continue your current antipsychotic treatment.
Garden Grove, CaliforniaAges 21–55 - NCT06504290RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of VV119 for healthy adults and people with schizophrenia
This trial tests if a new drug called VV119 is safe and how it works in the body. It is for healthy volunteers and for people who have had schizophrenia for at least a year and are currently having worsening symptoms.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06508983RecruitingPhase 3
SG301 for multiple myeloma returning after treatment
This trial tests a new drug called SG301 added to standard treatments (pomalidomide and dexamethasone) for people with multiple myeloma that came back or got worse after prior therapy. It may help if you have tried lenalidomide and a proteasome inhibitor but your cancer is still active.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75
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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.