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
- NCT07821515Recruiting
How paracetamol affects gut hormones and blood sugar
This study looks at how paracetamol, a common painkiller, affects the release of gut hormones, sugar absorption from food, and blood sugar levels in healthy people. By participating, you'll help researchers understand more about how this everyday medicine influences your body's response to meals.
Copenhagen, CapitalAges 18 years+ - NCT07819682RecruitingPhase 4
Dexamethasone and spinal anesthesia duration
This trial tests if adding dexamethasone, a common steroid medicine, to the spinal anesthetic can make the numbness last longer. This may help patients having surgery on the lower belly, pelvis, or legs.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–40 - NCT07823803Recruiting
Comparing two ways to remove the gallbladder in keyhole surgery
This trial compares two different methods for removing the gallbladder during laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery. It aims to see if one method causes fewer problems or is easier for patients like you.
Islamabad, FederalAges 20–70 - NCT07818564RecruitingPhase 1
Psilocybin study on belief and insight in healthy adults
This study tests whether a single dose of psilocybin (a psychedelic compound) can help people update their beliefs and gain new insights. It's for healthy adults with some prior psychedelic experience, and it's a small pilot study at Brown University.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT07824908Recruiting
Numbing medicine and pain after keyhole appendix removal
This study looks at whether the place where the appendix is taken out during keyhole surgery and the use of numbing medicine can help reduce pain after the operation. If you're having this emergency surgery, you may have less pain afterward.
Diyarbakır, KayapınarAges 18 years+ - NCT06394063Recruiting
Telitacicept to prevent lupus flares
This trial tests a medicine called Telitacicept to see if it can prevent lupus flares in people whose disease is currently mild or stable. It may be a good option if you want to keep your lupus under control and avoid sudden worsening.
ShanghaiAges 18–70 - NCT07810530RecruitingPhase 2
Mouthwash with laser for preventing mouth sores in stem cell transplant
This study tests whether a special mouthwash made from copaiba (a natural oil) plus low-level laser therapy can prevent mouth sores caused by high-dose chemotherapy before a stem cell transplant. It might help reduce pain and trouble eating during your transplant treatment.
Rio de Janeiro, Rio de JaneiroAges 12 years+ - NCT07811869RecruitingPhase 3
Remibrutinib for severe itchy skin with unknown cause
This study tests a new medicine called remibrutinib to see if it can reduce severe itching that has no clear cause. It aims to help people whose daily itching is very intense and not relieved by standard creams.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT07812090RecruitingPhase 2
Oral medication for diabetic macular edema
This study tests an oral medication that may reduce swelling in the retina caused by diabetes. If you have diabetic macular edema affecting your central vision, this trial could help you preserve or improve your sight.
McAllen, TexasAges 18–75 - NCT07816185RecruitingPhase 3
Inhaled study drug for pulmonary hypertension with lung scarring
This study tests an inhaled medication called mosliciguat for people with pulmonary hypertension (high blood pressure in the lungs) caused by certain types of lung scarring. It may help improve your ability to exercise and manage symptoms.
Kissimmee, FloridaAges 18–85 - NCT07817108RecruitingPhase 3
Shingles mRNA vaccine trial for adults 40 and older
This study tests a new shingles vaccine (called an mRNA vaccine) given as a shot. It aims to prevent shingles in adults aged 40 and above. If you qualify, you may receive the vaccine or a placebo, and your health will be monitored for a period of time.
JinanAges 40 years+ - NCT07811310Recruiting
Holy basil for women with stress-related sensitive skin
This study tests whether taking holy basil supplements can help reduce skin sensitivity, tightness, and discomfort in women who feel their skin reacts to stress. It aims to see if the supplement improves overall skin comfort and well-being.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 45–65 - NCT07811726RecruitingPhase 2
Eye drops for wet age-related macular degeneration
This trial tests a new eye drop called NT-101 for people with wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD), a leading cause of vision loss. The goal is to see if the drops can improve vision and reduce fluid in the eye, possibly as a less invasive alternative to injections.
Bonita Springs, FloridaAges 50 years+ - NCT07815678RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Safety study of an oral medication in people with normal or higher weight
This study tests a new oral medication called ACCG-2671 to see how safe it is and how your body handles it. It's an early-stage trial, so the main focus is on safety and tolerability. The study has different parts: one for people with normal weight and one for people with higher weight who are already taking a GLP-1 injection for weight loss.
Cypress, CaliforniaAges 25–75 - NCT07816367RecruitingPhase 3
Elismetrep for treating migraine attacks
This study tests an investigational medicine called elismetrep (K-304) for treating migraine attacks quickly. If you have migraines, you take the medicine when a migraine starts and report how well it works.
Glendale, ArizonaAges 18–75 - NCT07815496Recruiting
Study of oxytocin on fairness and helping behavior
This study tests whether the hormone oxytocin (given as a nasal spray) changes how you perceive fairness and how you behave toward others. It may help researchers understand how this natural hormone influences social decisions.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–35 - NCT07815691RecruitingPhase 2
Cannabis and the brain reward system study
This study looks at how cannabis affects your brain's reward system using MRI scans. It aims to understand why some people develop cannabis use disorder, which may lead to better treatments.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 21–45 - NCT07810504Recruiting
Laser and solution combo for female hair loss
This study tests a combination of a scalp solution and LED light therapy to treat androgenic alopecia (female pattern hair loss). The goal is to see if the two treatments together can help regrow hair and improve scalp health.
Pasadena, CaliforniaAges 35–55 - NCT07816809Recruiting
Phage therapy for gut discomfort
This trial tests whether taking special capsules with friendly viruses (phages) can help reduce stomach pain, bloating, constipation, or diarrhea by balancing the bacteria in your gut.
Fort Collins, ColoradoAges 18–75 - NCT06496412Recruiting
Fecal transplant for brain health in type 1 diabetes
This trial tests whether transplanting healthy bacteria into your gut can improve memory and thinking skills in people with long-term type 1 diabetes. If you have had type 1 diabetes for 10 years or more, this study may help find a new way to protect your brain.
Changsha, HunanAges 18–60 - NCT06319846RecruitingPhase 3
Tirofiban for recent mild stroke or TIA with narrowed brain artery
This trial tests the drug tirofiban (a blood thinner) to prevent another stroke in people who have had a mild stroke or high-risk TIA and have a narrowed artery in the brain. It must be started within 24 hours of symptoms.
Harbin, HeilongjiangAges 40 years+ - NCT06225752RecruitingPhase 3
Probucol for recent stroke or mini-stroke from narrowed arteries
This study tests whether the drug probucol can help people who recently had a stroke or mini-stroke caused by a narrowed artery in the brain or neck. It aims to reduce the risk of future strokes.
WuhuAges 40 years+ - NCT07801820RecruitingPhase 2
Oral diabetes medication study
This study tests an investigational pill for people with type 2 diabetes whose blood sugar is not well controlled despite lifestyle changes or metformin. The pill may help improve blood sugar control and is taken by mouth.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07803835RecruitingPhase 1
Study of MWX401 for healthy adults and mild high blood pressure
This study tests a new medicine, MWX401, to see if it is safe and how it works in the body. It includes healthy adults and people with mild high blood pressure, with frequent check-ups to ensure safety.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–60
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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.
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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.