Clinical trials
Placebo clinical trials
Below are recruiting placebo clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 5,197 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06847399RecruitingPhase 2
Tirzepatide for Binge Eating Disorder
This trial tests if tirzepatide (a weekly injection) can help reduce binge eating compared to a placebo or another medication (lisdexamfetamine dimesylate). It may be a good fit for people with moderate or severe binge eating disorder who also have a high body weight.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06953999RecruitingPhase 3
Testing immunotherapy plus chemo for metastatic pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a new immunotherapy drug called ivonescimab combined with chemotherapy, with or without another experimental drug (AK117), for people with pancreatic cancer that has spread. The goal is to see if adding these therapies can help shrink tumors or slow the cancer's growth.
Harbin, HeilongjiangAges 18–75 - NCT06998680Recruiting
Chinese herbs for hair loss and gray hair
This trial tests if Chinese herbal treatments can reduce hair loss and reverse gray hair over 6 months. It may help adults who have thinning hair or graying, as long as they haven't dyed or permed their hair recently.
Xiangtan, HunanAges 18–60 - NCT07035990RecruitingPhase 1
Testing combinations of three study drugs in healthy volunteers
This trial tests how safe and tolerable three different study drugs (SION-451, SION-2222, and SION-109) are when taken together in healthy adults. The goal is to find a good dose combination for future studies in people with cystic fibrosis.
Brisbane, QueenslandAges 18–55 - NCT07118085RecruitingPhase 1
Testing the safety of IMC-003 in healthy postmenopausal women
This study tests the safety of a new medicine called IMC-003. It is for healthy women who have gone through menopause. You may be able to join if you are between 45 and 75 years old and meet certain health criteria.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 45–75 - NCT07174830RecruitingPhase 4
Study of Allisartan Isoproxil in healthy adults
This trial tests how the body processes the blood pressure medication Allisartan Isoproxil. It is for healthy adults who want to help researchers understand the drug's effects.
Shenzhen, GuangdongAges 18–65 - NCT07189936RecruitingPhase 2
Testing 2-HOBA for Immune Issues in Long COVID with POTS
This trial tests if a medication called 2-HOBA can help with ongoing immune system issues in people with Long COVID who also have POTS. It aims to reduce fatigue and other symptoms by calming overactive immune responses.
Nashville, TennesseeAges 18 years+ - NCT07280156RecruitingPhase 2
Study of PRX-115 for gout with or without methotrexate
This trial tests a new medicine, PRX-115, given through a vein, to see if it lowers uric acid levels in people with gout who haven't had success with standard treatments. Some participants will also take methotrexate, and the results are compared to a placebo (a dummy infusion).
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07281846Recruiting
TIPS with or without BCAA for cirrhosis and muscle wasting
This trial tests whether adding branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) to the standard TIPS procedure helps people with cirrhosis and muscle wasting. It aims to see if BCAA can improve outcomes after TIPS.
WuhanAges 18–80 - NCT07304024RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a drug and sound therapy for age-related hearing difficulty
This trial tests whether a combination of an antihistamine (clemastine fumarate) and specially designed sounds can improve how the brain processes hearing in middle-aged adults with mild hearing loss. It might help if you have trouble understanding speech in noisy settings.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 45–65 - NCT07572890RecruitingPhase 1
Experimental treatment study for chronic kidney disease
This research study tests an experimental treatment for people with chronic kidney disease who are not yet on dialysis. The goal is to see if the treatment is safe and how it affects kidney function.
Winter Park, FloridaAges 18–80 - NCT07577817RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Safety Study of CTX001 in Healthy Adults
This early-stage study tests a new experimental drug called CTX001 in healthy volunteers to check if it is safe and well-tolerated. Researchers will also measure how your body processes the drug and how it affects certain blood markers.
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 18–55 - NCT07588022Recruiting
How Your Body Reacts to Jägermeister Mixed with Energy Drinks
This study examines what happens to your heart, blood pressure, and overall health when you drink Jägermeister (a digestif liqueur) mixed with energy drinks. Researchers want to understand the physical effects of combining alcohol and high-caffeine beverages in healthy young adults.
BarcelonaAges 18–45 - NCT07666776Recruiting
Attention training for social anxiety: a controlled trial
This study tests whether a simple computer exercise that trains your attention away from threat can reduce social anxiety, compared to a placebo (neutral) version. It's for adults with social anxiety disorder and takes place at Tel Aviv University.
Tel AvivAges 18–65 - NCT07771140RecruitingPhase 1
Study of an experimental injection for chronic hepatitis b
Doctors are testing a new injectable treatment for chronic hepatitis B. This first-in-human study checks the drug's safety and how well it works in people who are already on standard hepatitis B pills.
HefeiAges 18–65 - NCT07567001RecruitingPhase 3
Testing NNC0487-0111 for Heart Failure and Obesity
This study tests whether a new medication called NNC0487-0111 can help people with heart failure who also have obesity. Researchers will compare it to a placebo (inactive pill) to see if it improves heart function and overall health.
Alexander City, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07621809RecruitingPhase 3
Ianalumab versus placebo for Sjögren's disease with high symptom burden
This study tests whether a new drug called ianalumab can reduce dry mouth and other symptoms in people with Sjögren's disease—a condition where the immune system attacks moisture-producing glands. Participants will receive either ianalumab or a placebo (inactive injection) over 52 weeks to see if the drug helps.
Peoria, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06909565RecruitingPhase 4
Inclisiran to prevent heart and leg events after artery procedure
This study tests whether a twice-yearly injection called inclisiran can prevent heart attacks, strokes, or leg complications in people who recently had a procedure to open a blocked artery. You may be eligible if you had a heart or leg artery procedure within the last two weeks.
Alexander City, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07215858RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new flu vaccine against H1N1 flu
This study tests an experimental flu vaccine (BPL-1357) in healthy volunteers who will later be exposed to H1N1 flu virus in a controlled setting, to see if the vaccine can prevent or reduce illness.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18–55 - NCT07456033RecruitingPhase 3
Depemokimab for adults and teens with type 2 asthma
This study tests a new medicine called depemokimab, given as an injection, to see if it can reduce asthma attacks in people with a specific type of asthma (type 2 high). If you have had asthma for several years and have had recent attacks despite using regular inhalers, this trial might be an option for you.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 12 years+ - NCT06023589RecruitingPhase 3
Testing tezepelumab for kids with severe asthma
This study tests if tezepelumab can help reduce severe asthma attacks in children ages 5 to 11. It compares the drug to a placebo (a dummy treatment) to see if it is safe and effective.
Montgomery, AlabamaAges 5–11 - NCT07085767RecruitingPhase 3
Palazestrant and ribociclib for first-line advanced breast cancer
This trial tests a new drug (palazestrant) combined with ribociclib for people with a common type of advanced breast cancer that is estrogen receptor-positive and HER2-negative. You may qualify if you haven't had treatment for advanced disease and your cancer has either just been found or came back long after completing hormone therapy.
Hot Springs, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07066826RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Huperzine A for mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's dementia
This study tests whether Huperzine A controlled-release tablets can help improve memory and thinking in people with mild-to-moderate Alzheimer's disease. You'll take the tablets or a placebo to see if it slows down dementia symptoms.
BeijingAges 50–85 - NCT07614984RecruitingPhase 2
Testing MK-7262 and Enlicitide for High Lipoprotein(a)
This trial tests two experimental drugs designed to lower lipoprotein(a)—a type of cholesterol particle linked to heart disease—in people whose levels remain high despite taking statins (cholesterol-lowering medications). The goal is to see if these drugs can safely reduce this risk factor.
Alexander City, AlabamaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for placebo?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 5,197 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.