Clinical trials
Placebo clinical trials
Below are recruiting placebo clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 5,220 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07223580RecruitingPhase 4
Steroid use for pain after kidney stone surgery
This trial tests if giving a corticosteroid during ureteroscopy (a scope procedure to remove kidney or ureter stones) can reduce pain afterward. If you are having this surgery and are not already on steroids or strong pain medicines, this study may help manage your recovery.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07222189Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Long-term safety of an experimental drug for Crohn's or colitis
This study looks at the long-term safety and side effects of an investigational drug called balinatunfib in people with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis. It is for patients who have already completed a full year of treatment in a previous related study.
Gorna OryahovitsaAges 19–77 - NCT07204210Enrolling by invitation
Shockwave therapy vs. massage for plantar fasciitis
This study compares two treatments for plantar fasciitis—shockwave therapy and a type of deep massage. The goal is to see which works better for reducing foot pain.
KayseriAges 18 years+ - NCT07203638Enrolling by invitation
Antibiotics to prevent pneumonia in ventilated patients
This trial tests whether giving preventive antibiotics to adults on breathing machines lowers the risk of developing pneumonia during ventilation. It is a double-blind study, meaning neither you nor your doctor will know if you receive the antibiotic or a placebo.
Banhā, Al-QalyubiaAges 18–70 - NCT07183215Enrolling by invitationPhase 2/Phase 3
Turmeric capsules for knee osteoarthritis inflammation
This study tests whether a turmeric capsule (curcumin) can reduce inflammation in people with knee osteoarthritis. It may help with pain and swelling without the side effects of standard anti-inflammatory drugs.
YogyakartaAges 60 years+ - NCT07182552Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Testing a new drug NTB003 in healthy volunteers
This early-phase trial tests the safety of a new drug called NTB003 in healthy people. It looks at how the drug moves through the body and affects it, which is a first step toward possibly treating certain conditions.
BeijingAges 25–45 - NCT07181135Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Finerenone for kidney disease without certain blood pressure drugs
This trial tests if finerenone can protect kidneys in people with chronic kidney disease who are not taking common blood pressure medications called ACE inhibitors, ARBs, or renin inhibitors. It may help slow kidney damage.
BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07178327Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
LYN101 safety study in healthy adults and postmenopausal women
This trial tests a new drug called LYN101 to see if it is safe and how it works in healthy adults and in postmenopausal women with low bone mass. It may help strengthen bones in women at risk for osteoporosis.
Bengbu, AnhuiAges 18–70 - NCT07166965Enrolling by invitation
Supplement for Heart Failure: Ketones and Hawthorn
This trial tests whether adding a supplement containing ketones and hawthorn extract can help people with heart failure feel better and improve their heart function. You will take the supplement daily and have imaging scans and exercise tests to monitor your progress.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07164781Enrolling by invitation
Probiotics for preventing infections in ICU patients
This trial tests whether probiotics (good bacteria) can help prevent serious infections in critically ill patients in the ICU. If you are very sick and in the ICU, you may be able to join — as long as you don't have certain conditions like cancer or a weakened immune system.
Banhā, Qalyubia GovernorateAges 18 years+ - NCT07149506Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Green tea extracts for radiation skin side effects
This trial tests whether taking oral capsules or using a topical cream containing green tea extracts (catechins) can prevent or reduce skin irritation caused by radiation therapy for cancer. It is designed for people who are about to start radiation or who have just developed mild redness on the treated skin.
León, GuanajuatoAges 18–75 - NCT07149454Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Testing a new antibody to prevent tetanus
This trial tests a new medicine made from antibodies that target tetanus toxin. It may help protect people from tetanus without needing a vaccine.
Lanzhou, GansuAges 18–60 - NCT07145346Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Suzetrigine for pain relief after multiple rib fractures
This trial tests a new medicine, suzetrigine, for managing acute pain in adults who have broken three or more ribs from a blunt injury. It aims to see if this painkiller works well and is safe for you.
Orange, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07136766Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
Test cream vs prescription cream for dark spots on face
This study tests a new cream against a standard prescription cream (4% hydroquinone) to treat dark spots or melasma on the face. You will use a cream daily and avoid other skin treatments for about 4 months.
Teaneck, New JerseyAges 18–75 - NCT07128953Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
Zuoqing San for anal fistula wound healing
This study tests if a traditional Chinese medicine called Zuoqing San can help heal the wound after anal fistula surgery better by reducing certain inflammatory processes. It may be an option for people who have had surgery for a simple anal fistula and whose wound is a specific size.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18 years+ - NCT07123922Enrolling by invitation
Silymarin for COPD: A Study on Breathing and Quality of Life
This study tests whether adding silymarin (a herbal supplement from milk thistle) to your regular COPD treatment can improve your lung function, reduce stress in your body, and help you feel better day-to-day.
DhakaAges 40–80 - NCT07114133Enrolling by invitation
Environmental probiotics for cat hair allergies
This study tests whether a special probiotic spray, used in your home, can reduce allergy symptoms in people who are allergic to cats. If you have cat allergies with nasal symptoms and live in a stable home, you may be able to join.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–70 - NCT07109609Enrolling by invitationPhase 2
Testing Menthol on Skin to Increase Tears
This study tests whether applying menthol to the skin on your cheeks can help increase tear production. If you have dry eyes but are not under an eye doctor's care for it, this trial might be a fit.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07098091Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Testing the safety of YD0293 in healthy adults
This phase 1 study tests a new medicine called YD0293 in healthy volunteers to see if it is safe and how the body handles it. It helps find the right dose for future studies.
Suzhou, JiangsuAges 18–45 - NCT07092605Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
Microdosed semaglutide for longer, healthier life
This trial tests whether a very low ('micro') dose of semaglutide can improve health, quality of life, and how long you live well. It's for people who are interested in the drug's general health benefits but not specifically for weight loss.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18–65 - NCT07086313RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Testing a new ADHD drug for children
This trial tests an experimental drug (EB-1020) for children with ADHD. It aims to see if the drug is safe and effective in reducing ADHD symptoms.
SapporoAges 6–17 - NCT07065357Enrolling by invitationPhase 3
A study on a diabetes drug for metabolic syndrome
This trial tests if empagliflozin, a medication typically used for diabetes, can help people with metabolic syndrome (a cluster of conditions like large waist size, high blood sugar, and high blood pressure). It may improve health and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Hong KongAges 18–85 - NCT07050485Enrolling by invitation
Postbiotic gummies after GI cancer surgery
This trial tests if taking postbiotic gummies (a type of supplement that helps good gut bacteria) can help your gut recover faster after surgery for stomach, colon, or other gastrointestinal cancers. It is for people having scheduled, minimally invasive (laparoscopic) surgery to remove their cancer.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07030855Enrolling by invitationPhase 4
Herbal syrup for acute bronchitis in children
This study tests a herbal syrup (Elixirium Thymi Compositum) to see if it helps children aged 6 to 17 with acute bronchitis (a short-term chest infection) feel better. It may be an option if your child has a moderate cough and no other major health issues.
SzegedAges 6–17
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for placebo?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 5,220 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.