Clinical trials
Placebo clinical trials
Below are recruiting placebo clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 5,158 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07848659RecruitingPhase 1
Single-dose study for sleep-deprived healthy volunteers
This study tests a single dose of an investigational medicine in healthy people who are sleep-deprived. It helps researchers understand how the medicine works in the body when you haven't slept, which could lead to new treatments for sleepiness.
Eatontown, New JerseyAges 18–55 - NCT07843498RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new weight-loss medicine in adults with overweight or obesity
This study tests a new medication called petrelintide to see how well it helps people lose weight and improve their health. It's for adults with overweight or obesity who have struggled to lose weight with diet alone.
Anniston, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07846033RecruitingPhase 1
Study of the experimental drug VK3019 for adults with overweight or obesity
This early-phase study tests an experimental medicine called VK3019 in adults who are overweight or have obesity but are otherwise healthy. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and how the body handles it, which may lead to future weight-management options.
Lake Forest, CaliforniaAges 18–60 - NCT07847541RecruitingPhase 2
Botulinum toxin injections for jaw muscle pain
This trial tests whether botulinum toxin (Botox) injections can reduce pain in the jaw muscles for people with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders that haven't improved with other treatments. It may help if you have ongoing jaw pain and muscle tightness.
IslamabadAges 18–60 - NCT07842367RecruitingPhase 2
How inflammation affects doctors' decisions
This study looks at how inflammation in the body may affect doctors' thinking and treatment choices. As part of the study, you would receive a flu vaccine, and researchers will measure your body's response and how it might influence your medical decisions.
Fayetteville, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT07847502Recruiting
Pain relief after cesarean section
This study tests two pain-relieving methods (interferential current and TENS) for women after a cesarean section. These treatments use mild electrical pulses to help reduce pain without medication.
MuğlaAges 18–40 - NCT07843927RecruitingPhase 3
Adding DHEA hormone to antidepressants for difficult depression
This study tests whether adding a natural hormone called DHEA to your regular antidepressant can help improve depression symptoms. DHEA is a supplement that may boost the effectiveness of standard antidepressants for people with hard-to-treat depression.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges 18–75 - NCT07848828RecruitingPhase 4
Blood pressure and kidney study for prostate cancer treatment
This study looks at how a common prostate cancer treatment called androgen deprivation therapy (ADT) affects blood pressure and kidney function. It may help doctors understand and manage these side effects better.
Richmond, VirginiaAges 40 years+ - NCT07843095Recruiting
Protein supplement for muscle health during menstrual cycle
This study tests whether taking a protein supplement during the luteal phase of your menstrual cycle can help prevent muscle breakdown. It may help women who want to maintain muscle strength and understand how their cycle affects their body.
Conroe, TexasAges 18–35 - NCT07845604RecruitingPhase 2
Testing an anti-inflammatory drug with Lexapro for depression
This study tests whether an anti-inflammatory medication (adalimumab, also known as Humira) can help treat depression when added to Lexapro. It may help people whose depression is linked to higher levels of inflammation in the body.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06414005RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
TPX-115 injection for partial-thickness rotator cuff tear
This trial tests an injection called TPX-115 for people with a partial-thickness rotator cuff tear (a shoulder tendon injury that doesn't go all the way through). It may help reduce pain and improve movement if you've had shoulder problems for more than 3 months despite other treatments.
Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 19 years+ - NCT05780905RecruitingPhase 4
Semaglutide study for brain blood flow in type 2 diabetes
This trial tests whether semaglutide changes blood flow in the brain and the brain’s “barrier” (how well the brain is protected) in people with type 2 diabetes. It may help researchers understand brain-related effects of diabetes treatment using scans and blood tests.
Seattle, WashingtonAges 40–65 - NCT06420401Recruiting
Prebiotics for lowering high uric acid
This trial tests whether taking prebiotics (special plant fibers that feed healthy gut bacteria) can help lower high uric acid levels. If you have high uric acid but are not on medication for it, this study may offer a natural approach to manage your condition.
Guangzhou, GuangdongAges 18–80 - NCT06393101RecruitingPhase 1
High-CBD cannabis extract for complex regional pain syndrome treatment
This study tests a high-CBD cannabis extract (BRC-002) to see if it can help reduce pain and improve health in people with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Participants will not use opioids or other cannabis during the study.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 21–75 - NCT06341920Recruiting
BoneFit: exercise before hip or knee replacement
This trial tests a pre-surgery exercise program called BoneFit for people waiting at least 6 months for a hip or knee replacement. The goal is to see if getting stronger before surgery helps recovery.
HullAges 18–75 - NCT06284577Recruiting
Quality of life and gut health in children with cystic fibrosis
This study looks at how a drug called ETI (a combination of three medicines) affects the quality of life and gut health of children with cystic fibrosis. If you or your child has the right type of CF and is between 2 and 18 years old, this trial may help us understand how treatment improves daily life and digestion.
OsloAges 2–18 - NCT07838740RecruitingPhase 1
Weekly weight-loss medication for healthy adults with obesity
This early-stage trial tests a new once-weekly medication (VK2735) that may help with weight loss. It's for healthy adults with obesity who do not have other significant health problems like diabetes.
Lake Forest, CaliforniaAges 18–60 - NCT07840027RecruitingPhase 1
Vaccine for early Parkinson's disease
This study tests a new investigational vaccine called TRB-001 for people with early Parkinson's disease. It looks at whether the vaccine is safe and whether it can help the immune system fight the disease.
ViennaAges 40–75 - NCT07836452RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new drug for healthy people and those with Stargardt disease
This study tests a new drug called CITY-RBP4 in healthy volunteers and in people with Stargardt disease (STGD1), a genetic condition that causes vision loss. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and how it affects the body, which may help guide future treatments for Stargardt disease.
Melbourne, VictoriaAges 12–45 - NCT07838220RecruitingPhase 1
Study of IBI3016 in Japanese adults with high blood pressure
This trial tests an experimental drug called IBI3016 for lowering high blood pressure. It is specifically for Japanese adults who have high blood pressure while currently on treatment.
OsakaAges 18–75 - NCT07840196RecruitingPhase 1
Investigational drug NG004 for recent spinal cord injury
This trial tests a new drug called NG004 given by injection around the spinal cord. It aims to help people with recent incomplete spinal cord injuries recover function. The drug is given within the first month after injury and may be an option for those who meet the health criteria.
BayreuthAges 18–75 - NCT07835633RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of a single injection of ACC085 in healthy adults
This trial tests a new medication called ACC085 given as a single injection to healthy adults. The goal is to find out how safe it is and how the body processes it.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–55 - NCT07834463Recruiting
Herbal extract for menopause symptom relief
This study tests whether a natural plant extract can ease menopausal hot flashes and improve overall menopause-related discomfort. If you're a woman going through natural menopause, you may be able to join.
New Port Richey, FloridaAges 45–60 - NCT07840326RecruitingPhase 2
Study of SUN-627 for progressive multiple sclerosis
This study tests an experimental medicine called SUN-627 for people with progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) that is not currently flaring up. The goal is to see if it can slow down worsening disability without causing serious side effects.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18–70
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for placebo?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 5,158 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.
Related conditions
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.