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
- NCT07465965RecruitingPhase 1
Weight loss study of semaglutide nasal spray in overweight or obese adults
This study tests a nasal spray containing semaglutide (a GLP-1 receptor agonist) to see if it helps adults who are overweight or obese lose weight. It may be an option if you have a BMI between 27 and 35 and have not used other weight loss medications recently.
Secaucus, New JerseyAges 18–65 - NCT07463521RecruitingPhase 3
Study of rozanolixizumab for ocular myasthenia gravis
This study tests an investigational medication called rozanolixizumab for people who have ocular myasthenia gravis (MG), where weakness is only in the eye muscles. The medicine is given as an injection under the skin and may help improve symptoms like drooping eyelids or double vision.
Scottsdale, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07469527Recruiting
Tonic for stress in healthy adults
This study tests if a tonic called Feel Free Classic Tonic can help lower stress in healthy adults. You will take the tonic, and the researchers will check your stress levels and how your body processes the drink.
Guelph, OntarioAges 21–55 - NCT07463196RecruitingPhase 1
Study of ACI-19764 for healthy people and those with heart risks
This trial tests an experimental drug called ACI-19764 to see how safe it is, how the body handles it, and how it affects the immune system. It's for healthy adults and for adults with heart-related risk factors like obesity or type 2 diabetes.
GroningenAges 18–75 - NCT07465653RecruitingPhase 1
Study of HJB647 for heart failure with reduced pumping ability
This trial tests a new medicine, HJB647, in people with heart failure who have a weak heart pump. It aims to see if the drug is safe and well-tolerated. You may qualify if your heart's pumping ability is reduced and you are on a specific standard therapy.
Bradenton, FloridaAges 18–100 - NCT07465263RecruitingPhase 3
Study of SYH2053 Injection for High Cholesterol in HeFH
This study tests a new injection called SYH2053 for people with HeFH, a genetic condition that causes very high cholesterol. It looks at whether the injection can safely lower LDL cholesterol when added to standard statin therapy.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT07465224RecruitingPhase 2
Study of ALN-4324 on Insulin Sensitivity in Type 2 Diabetes
This study tests an experimental drug, ALN-4324, to see if it can improve how your body responds to insulin. It’s for adults with type 2 diabetes who are already on certain diabetes medications and have stable blood sugar control.
Chula Vista, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07463183RecruitingPhase 2
Study of MK-8690 for moderate to severe ulcerative colitis
This trial tests an investigational drug called MK-8690 for people with moderate to severe ulcerative colitis (UC) who haven't responded well to other treatments or can't tolerate them. The study aims to see if the drug can help control UC symptoms safely.
Anaheim, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT07469085RecruitingPhase 1
Safety study of SV003 in healthy volunteers
This trial tests a new medication called SV003 in healthy people to see if it's safe and how the body processes it. You may be able to join if you are in good health and meet certain weight and lifestyle requirements.
ShanghaiAges 18–45 - NCT07470645Recruiting
Probiotics for stress and anxiety in students
This study tests whether taking a probiotic supplement can help reduce stress and anxiety in students. If you are a student aged 18-40 who experiences moderate stress and mild anxiety, and you don't have certain health conditions, you may be able to join.
LublinAges 18–40 - NCT07463846RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of ALN-2232 in people with obesity
This trial tests an investigational drug called ALN-2232 in people with obesity to see if it can help with weight management. You may be able to join if you have a BMI between 30 and 40 and do not have diabetes or take other weight-loss or diabetes medications.
Mount RoyalAges 18–65 - NCT05819476Recruiting
Testing how open-label placebos affect induced pain
This study tests whether people can feel less pain when they know they are receiving a “placebo” (a treatment with no active pain-relieving medicine). It’s done in healthy adults by triggering short-lasting pain in a controlled way to see how the placebo effect changes pain feelings.
BaselAges 18–65 - NCT02630121RecruitingPhase 4
Nasal spray treatment to reduce mild sleep apnea congestion
This study tests whether using oxymetazoline with fluticasone nasal spray can improve mild obstructive sleep apnea by lowering nasal congestion. If your nose stays blocked most days despite current spray use, this may help your breathing during sleep.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18–65 - NCT04932577RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Fecal transplant to treat complications of liver cirrhosis
This trial studies whether transferring healthy gut bacteria (from a donor sample) can improve outcomes for people with liver cirrhosis who have worsening complications. It may help by changing the gut microbiome, which can influence inflammation and liver health.
AarhusAges 18–75 - NCT07466108Recruiting
IV paracetamol during emergency abdominal surgery
This trial tests whether giving paracetamol (Tylenol) through a vein during emergency belly surgery helps keep your blood pressure and heart rate stable. It may be an option for adults who are not critically unstable or have certain serious heart conditions.
Cairo, Cairo GovernorateAges 21–65 - NCT07464886RecruitingPhase 3
NAC and mindfulness therapy for depression in youth
This study tests whether a supplement called N-acetylcysteine (NAC) combined with a type of therapy called Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) can help improve depression in teenagers and young adults. It looks at how these treatments affect brain chemicals and may reduce symptoms.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 15–24 - NCT07470021Recruiting
Numbing injection for pain relief after ankle surgery
This study tests whether a numbing injection around the ankle nerves before surgery can reduce pain and help you recover faster after ankle arthroscopy. It is for people having this keyhole surgery and staying in the hospital for a short time.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–65 - NCT07464392Recruiting
Fecal transplant to prevent infections in severe pancreatitis
This trial tests whether a fecal microbiota transplant (FMT) can help prevent infections in people with moderately severe or severe acute pancreatitis. You may qualify if you are between 18 and 75, have had pancreatitis for 15 to 21 days, and already have a feeding tube in place.
Fuzhou, FujianAges 18–75 - NCT07468604RecruitingPhase 4
Nerve block for long COVID symptoms
This study tests a procedure called a cervicothoracic sympathetic block (a nerve block in the neck) to see if it helps with long-term symptoms after COVID-19, like dizziness, sweating, or stomach problems. It's for people whose symptoms have lasted at least 3 months and who have not tried this treatment before.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT07467304Enrolling by invitation
Nursing education after cesarean section
This trial studies whether nursing education after giving birth by cesarean section helps with recovery. You may join if you are a woman between 18 and 45 years old who had a cesarean and want to participate.
Tekirdağ, Namık Kemal StreetAges 18–45 - NCT07466732Enrolling by invitationEarly Phase 1
Caffeine and morning mental and physical performance in men
This study tests whether taking caffeine in the morning can help young men with weight-training experience think more clearly and perform better during repeated sprints. You will be asked to complete cognitive and exercise tests after taking either caffeine or a placebo.
Liverpool, MerseysideAges 18–35 - NCT06780618Recruiting
Brown rice vs white rice: effects on inflammation in sedentary workers
This study compares eating brown rice versus white rice to see how it affects levels of a molecule linked to inflammation (IL-6) and a marker of cell stress (MDA) in people who sit most of the day for work. If you are a healthy, sedentary office worker, you may help us understand if brown rice can improve your body's health after a meal.
Jakarta, Jakarta Special Capital RegionAges 21–59 - NCT06792422RecruitingPhase 4
Oral semaglutide for open-angle glaucoma
This trial tests if an oral medication called semaglutide can help people with open-angle glaucoma. It aims to see if it can protect the optic nerve and manage eye pressure.
Glostrup MunicipalityAges 45 years+ - NCT04748601RecruitingPhase 4
Qudexy XR to help prevent migraine in kids ages 6 to 11
This study tests whether Qudexy XR can reduce migraine headaches in children ages 6 to 11. It looks for kids who are having frequent, disruptive migraine attacks and checks safety with careful medication rules.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 6–11
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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.