Clinical trials
Placebo clinical trials
Below are recruiting placebo clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 5,157 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07506863RecruitingPhase 3
Mitapivat for children with transfusion-dependent thalassemia
This study tests a study pill called mitapivat for children aged 1 to 17 with transfusion-dependent thalassemia. The goal is to see if mitapivat can reduce the need for blood transfusions and improve blood counts.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 1–17 - NCT07502508RecruitingPhase 2
Icovamenib for type 2 diabetes with Ozempic
This trial tests an investigational pill called icovamenib for people with type 2 diabetes who are already on Ozempic but still have high blood sugar. The goal is to see if adding icovamenib helps lower blood sugar more safely.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–70 - NCT07502443RecruitingPhase 3
Study of ALKS 2680 for narcolepsy type 2
This study tests an investigational drug called ALKS 2680 for people with narcolepsy type 2, a condition that causes excessive daytime sleepiness without sudden muscle weakness. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and helps reduce daytime sleepiness.
Cullman, AlabamaAges 18–70 - NCT07499440RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a new medicine, HB-1, for PTSD
This trial tests an experimental medicine, HB-1, as a potential treatment for PTSD. It is a 8-week study to see if the medicine is safe and if it reduces PTSD symptoms. You must have a stable medication routine and be willing to take the study pill daily.
Deakin, Australian Capital TerritoryAges 18–65 - NCT07501039RecruitingPhase 1
First test of BLKR201 in healthy adults
This study tests a new medicine, called BLKR201, for the first time in people. It is given to healthy volunteers to see how safe it is and how the body handles it.
Lincoln, NebraskaAges 18–55 - NCT07498712Recruiting
Studying a probiotic for better sleep
This trial tests if a probiotic called Lactobacillus reuteri can improve sleep quality. Researchers want to see if taking this 'good bacteria' helps people who have mild to moderate sleep troubles feel more rested.
Seoul, YeongdeungpoAges 19–65 - NCT07499700RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Study of BAT4406F injection for MCD and FSGS
This trial tests an injected drug called BAT4406F for people with Minimal Change Disease (MCD) or Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), two types of kidney diseases that cause swelling and high protein in urine. It aims to see if the drug can help patients who have responded well to steroid therapy in the past.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–75 - NCT07502560RecruitingPhase 4
Shingles vaccine to prevent dementia in Finland
This study tests whether the shingles vaccine can reduce the risk of developing dementia in adults 76 and older living in Finland. You would get the vaccine and then researchers will follow your health records for up to several years to see if it protects your brain.
EspooAges 76 years+ - NCT07501702RecruitingPhase 2
Study of a new drug for generalized myasthenia gravis
This study tests a new medication called povetacicept for people with generalized myasthenia gravis. The goal is to see if it can reduce muscle weakness and improve daily functioning.
Mission Hills, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07500090RecruitingPhase 3
Study of HBS-301 for idiopathic hypersomnia
This trial tests a new medication, HBS-301, in people with idiopathic hypersomnia (a condition causing excessive sleepiness without clear cause). It aims to see if the drug improves wakefulness and is safe.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06193577Recruiting
White kidney bean extract for weight and metabolism
This trial tests whether a dry extract from white kidney beans (Phaseolus vulgaris) can help men with overweight or mild obesity lose weight and improve metabolic health. Participants will follow a diet and take the extract or a placebo for a few weeks.
Catania, CataniaAges 18–60 - NCT06556394RecruitingPhase 1
Testing RAG-17 for ALS with SOD1 gene mutation
This trial tests a new drug, RAG-17, for people with ALS who have a specific SOD1 gene mutation. The goal is to see if it's safe and how it affects the body, which may help slow the disease.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT07501507RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Methotrexate for hand osteoarthritis not helped by usual treatments
This trial tests if methotrexate, a medicine that reduces inflammation, can ease pain and improve function in people with hand osteoarthritis that hasn't gotten better with standard treatments like pain relievers or hand therapy.
NiceAges 40–85 - NCT07501078RecruitingPhase 2
Aquamin supplement for preventing pouch inflammation after J-pouch surgery
This study tests whether a natural supplement called Aquamin (a red algae-derived mineral source) can help prevent inflammation in people who have had surgery for ulcerative colitis and now have a J-pouch. It aims to see if this supplement reduces pouch inflammation and related symptoms.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 18–80 - NCT07500649Recruiting
Study of SIRT6 activator for prefrail older men
This study tests a new compound (SIRT6 activator) to see if it can improve health in older men who are starting to feel a little frail. It involves skin samples and avoiding certain foods and medications.
Singapore, SingaporeAges 50–80 - NCT07506369Recruiting
How pancreatic polypeptide affects appetite fullness in healthy men
This study tests whether pancreatic polypeptide (a natural hormone) changes how full you feel when combined with another hormone called amylin. It may help us understand appetite control in healthy people.
Hellerup, Capital RegionAges 18–65 - NCT07504068Recruiting
Exercise and supplement for metabolic health in overweight adults
This trial tests whether a combination of physical exercise and a nutritional supplement can improve body composition, metabolism, and overall health in adults who are overweight and have early signs of metabolic problems. It may help you if you are looking for a non-drug approach to boost your health.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 50–65 - NCT07501377Recruiting
Diet and brain health study for women in menopause with overweight
This trial tests whether a diet rich in fiber and plant compounds (polyphenols) can reduce brain inflammation in perimenopausal women who are overweight. If you're in early menopause and have some inflammation, this study may show how diet affects your brain health.
Leipzig, SaxonyAges 35–60 - NCT07502924Recruiting
Testing Geranylgeraniol supplements for muscle health
This study tests whether taking a supplement called geranylgeraniol (GG) can improve muscle health. It is looking for physically active adults who are willing to follow specific dietary rules and avoid certain foods and supplements during the study.
Saint Charles, MissouriAges 30–60 - NCT07500974RecruitingPhase 2
L-menthol for breathing difficulty in asthma
This trial tests if L-menthol can help reduce breathlessness in people with asthma. You'll take L-menthol and see if it improves your breathing during exercise.
Karlskrona, Blekinge CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT04490720Recruiting
Buckwheat husk extract for heart risk factors
This trial studies whether buckwheat husk extract can improve certain heart-related measurements in people with mildly high blood pressure. It may help lower cardiovascular risk factors by affecting things like blood pressure.
TaipeiAges 20–65 - NCT06763172RecruitingPhase 4
Caffeine's effect on learning in healthy adults
This study uses brain scans to see how caffeine affects the way we learn from rewards and punishments. You may be eligible if you are a healthy adult who drinks a moderate amount of caffeine daily.
Charlestown, MassachusettsAges 18–45 - NCT06162013RecruitingPhase 2
NAD supplement trial for atypical parkinsonism
This trial tests whether a supplement called nicotinamide riboside (NR) can help people with rare forms of parkinsonism (PSP, MSA, or CBS). It is a double-blind study, meaning neither you nor the doctors will know if you are getting the real supplement or a placebo.
Oslo, OsloAges 30–85 - NCT07490587RecruitingPhase 2
Probiotic study for healthy infant growth and allergy prevention
This trial tests a probiotic supplement (Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis XLTG11) to see if it helps infants grow better and have fewer allergies. It is for healthy babies up to 3 years old who are at higher risk for allergies.
Pudong, Shanghai MunicipalityAges birth–3 years
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for placebo?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 5,157 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.