Clinical trials
Placebo clinical trials
Below are recruiting placebo clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 5,218 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07509645RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new drug with clot removal for severe back-of-the-brain stroke
This trial checks if adding an interleukin-6 receptor inhibitor (a drug that reduces inflammation) to standard emergency clot removal can improve recovery for people with a severe stroke affecting the back part of the brain (posterior circulation). It is for patients who need urgent treatment within 24 hours of symptom onset.
Suzhou, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT07511205RecruitingPhase 1
Study of AZD1043 for overweight or obesity
This trial tests a new medicine called AZD1043 in healthy adults who are overweight or have obesity. It aims to see if the medicine is safe and how the body handles it.
Glendale, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07511582RecruitingPhase 2
Steroids for severe breathing problems in the ICU
This study tests whether a corticosteroid (a type of anti-inflammatory medicine) can help people with severe breathing problems or serious infections who have a specific 'hyperinflammatory' pattern. If you are in the ICU on a ventilator, this trial may be an option for you.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07511816RecruitingPhase 2
Pain Relief Study After Wisdom Tooth Removal
This study tests a new pain medication (LY4515100) in people recovering from wisdom tooth extraction surgery. The goal is to see if it reduces pain better than current options after the procedure.
Salt Lake City, UtahAges 18–40 - NCT07512960RecruitingPhase 3
Blood Thinner Duration After Leg Artery Treatment
This trial tests how long patients should take two blood-thinning medications (aspirin and clopidogrel) after treatment to restore blood flow to a severely damaged leg. The goal is to find the right balance between preventing clots and avoiding dangerous bleeding.
Paris, Île-de-France RegionAges 18–99 - NCT07514780RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of JW0061 in healthy adults
This is an early-stage safety test of a new drug called JW0061 in people without serious health conditions. Researchers will monitor how your body processes the drug and any side effects that occur.
Seoul, SeoulAges 19–55 - NCT07516522RecruitingPhase 2
Steroid injection during stroke clot removal surgery
This trial tests whether injecting a steroid (methylprednisolone) directly into brain blood vessels after removing a stroke clot helps reduce brain swelling and improve recovery. You would be eligible if you had a large clot stroke in the front part of your brain that was successfully removed within the past 24 hours.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18–80 - NCT07517796RecruitingPhase 4
IV Papaverine to Help Induce Labor in Pregnancies with Broken Water
This study tests whether an IV medication called papaverine can help induce labor in pregnant people at term (37+ weeks) whose water has broken but labor hasn't started yet. The goal is to see if this medication makes labor start naturally and reduces the need for cesarean delivery.
Nahariya, IsraelAges 18–45 - NCT07519044RecruitingPhase 4
GM1 drug added to clot removal for acute stroke
This study tests whether adding a medicine called GM1 to emergency clot-removal surgery helps people recover better from sudden strokes caused by blood clots in major brain arteries. GM1 may protect brain cells from damage during and after the stroke.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT07519057Recruiting
Carbohydrate drink before liver transplant surgery
This study tests whether drinking a carbohydrate solution before planned liver transplant surgery helps patients recover better afterward. Researchers believe it may reduce complications and improve healing.
WarsawAges 18 years+ - NCT07519837Recruiting
Understanding Cancer Wasting in Digestive Cancers
This study explores why certain cancers cause patients to lose weight and muscle (called cancer cachexia) and tests ways to reverse it. Researchers will study tissue samples from patients with cancers of the food pipe, liver, stomach, or bile ducts to understand what's happening at a cellular level.
Shenyang, LiaoningAges 18 years+ - NCT07520292RecruitingPhase 1
Testing NTX-2001 to reduce drinking in alcohol use disorder
This study tests whether a new medication called NTX-2001 can help people with alcohol use disorder drink less. Researchers will measure how the drug affects alcohol consumption and safety in adults aged 21–60.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 21–60 - NCT07521137RecruitingPhase 2
Biweekly occidiofungin for recurring yeast infections
This study tests occidiofungin, a new antifungal medication inserted into the vagina twice a week to prevent recurring yeast infections (vulvovaginal candidiasis). The goal is to see if this treatment can stop yeast infections from coming back.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–65 - NCT07521332RecruitingPhase 4
Testing Apixaban to Prevent Bleeding Complications in Cirrhosis
This study tests whether a blood thinner called apixaban can safely prevent dangerous bleeding in people with cirrhosis (liver scarring) who have portal hypertension (high blood pressure in veins leading to the liver). The goal is to see if it reduces bleeding risk without causing excessive bleeding.
Hyderābād, SindhAges 18 years+ - NCT07521345RecruitingPhase 1
Safety Study of HSK55879 Tablet in Healthy Adults
This early-stage study tests how a new experimental medication (HSK55879) is tolerated and processed by the body in healthy volunteers. Researchers will also check how food affects the drug's absorption to help determine safe dosing for future patient studies.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–45 - NCT07522970RecruitingPhase 1
Safety and Tolerability Study of LG-0317 in Healthy Adults
This early-stage study tests a new experimental drug called LG-0317 in healthy volunteers to see if it is safe and how the body processes it. If you are healthy and meet the basic requirements, this trial may help advance a new treatment option.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–45 - NCT07523633RecruitingPhase 2
Semaglutide to help reduce cannabis use disorder
This trial tests whether a medication called semaglutide (used for weight management) can help adults with cannabis use disorder cut down or stop using cannabis. Researchers want to see if it reduces cravings and use while also monitoring overall health.
FrederiksbergAges 18–70 - NCT07524270Recruiting
Testing a supplement for period pain and PMS symptoms
This study tests a product called Effera to see if it helps reduce menstrual cramps, pain, and premenstrual symptoms like mood changes and bloating. You'll track your symptoms and complete online surveys over several weeks.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–40 - NCT07524777Recruiting
Ganoderma Spores for Mood After Thyroid Cancer Surgery
This study tests whether Ganoderma spores (a natural mushroom extract) can improve mood and depression in women who've had thyroid cancer surgery. The spores may work by changing the bacteria in your gut, which scientists believe affects brain health and mood.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–80 - NCT07524972RecruitingPhase 3
Magnesium sulphate to protect babies born very early
This study tests whether giving magnesium sulphate (a mineral treatment) to pregnant women at risk of delivering very early (32–35 weeks) can protect the baby's brain and nervous system. The treatment is given before labor starts.
Ismailia, Ismailia GovernorateAges 18–45 - NCT07525375RecruitingPhase 2
Lung Function Study of Inhaled Glycopyrronium With BFF in Children With Asthma
This study tests whether adding a medication called glycopyrronium to a common asthma inhaler (BFF) helps children ages 4–12 breathe better. Researchers will measure lung function and compare two different doses of the added medication.
Bakersfield, CaliforniaAges 4–11 - NCT07526519RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of TL-003 for healthy adults and ulcerative colitis
This is an early-stage study testing a new drug called TL-003 to see if it's safe and how the body processes it. Researchers will first test it in healthy volunteers, then in people with ulcerative colitis (an inflammatory bowel disease) to understand if it might help reduce inflammation.
Perth, Western AustraliaAges 18–55 - NCT07527221RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of ZE74-0282 in healthy adults
This is an early-stage safety study testing a new experimental drug called ZE74-0282 in healthy volunteers. Researchers want to learn how safe the drug is and how well people tolerate it before testing it in patients with a disease.
Randwick, New South WalesAges 18–55 - NCT07527923RecruitingPhase 1
Testing REGN20423 for healthy people and atopic dermatitis
This early-stage trial tests a new experimental medicine called REGN20423 in two groups: healthy volunteers and people with atopic dermatitis (a chronic skin condition causing itching and inflammation). The trial aims to assess whether the medicine is safe and well-tolerated.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for placebo?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 5,218 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.