Clinical trials
Placebo clinical trials
Below are recruiting placebo clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 5,219 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06061848RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Grass pollen allergy shot with vitamin D
This study tests if adding vitamin D to a new type of allergy shot (ILIT) works better than standard allergy drops for grass pollen allergy. It may help if you have moderate to severe seasonal allergy symptoms.
LundAges 18–60 - NCT07035964Recruiting
Lactoferrin supplement for gut health in adults
This trial tests whether a daily supplement called Effera Human Lactoferrin can improve gut health in adults with belly fat and mild stomach issues. It compares the supplement to a placebo (a dummy pill) over several weeks.
Addison, IllinoisAges 18–40 - NCT06645847Recruiting
Ketone drink for walking and strength in older adults
This study tests whether a special ketone drink can help older adults who are starting to feel frail (slower walking, less energy). You would be assigned to one of several groups, and researchers will check if the drink improves your strength and daily function.
Novato, CaliforniaAges 65 years+ - NCT07373210Recruiting
Placebo pills for hip surgery pain in teens and young adults
This study tests whether taking placebo pills (pills with no active drug) can help manage pain after a specific hip surgery, called Bernese Periacetabular Osteotomy (PAO), in people with a hip condition called developmental dysplasia. The goal is to see if using placebos can reduce the need for pain medications and help with recovery.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 13–40 - NCT07346989Recruiting
Brain stimulation to improve function in frail older adults
This study uses a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation technique (called transcranial direct current stimulation, or tDCS) to see if it can improve physical function and daily activities in older adults who are showing early signs of frailty. You will be asked to do some simple exercises and cognitive tasks while receiving or not receiving the stimulation.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 65–90 - NCT07308392RecruitingPhase 2
Testing HRS-7249 and SHR-1918 for severe high triglycerides at risk of pancreatitis
This trial tests two experimental drugs, HRS-7249 and SHR-1918, to lower very high triglyceride levels in people who are at high risk for pancreatitis. It aims to see if these drugs can reduce the risk of pancreatitis attacks.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–80 - NCT07165951RecruitingPhase 3
Study of new drug combo for first treatment of advanced pancreatic cancer
This trial tests a new combination of drugs (TQB2868 injection plus anlotinib capsules) compared to standard chemotherapy for people with pancreatic cancer that has spread to other parts of the body and has not been treated before.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 18–75 - NCT07701993RecruitingPhase 3
Testing efimosfermin for MASH with compensated cirrhosis
This trial tests whether efimosfermin, an experimental drug, can safely help people with MASH (a fatty liver disease) that has led to cirrhosis (liver scarring) but the liver is still working well (compensated). Participants will be randomly assigned to receive the drug or a placebo.
Miami, FloridaAges 18–75 - NCT07704892RecruitingPhase 3
Study of efimosfermin for adults with cirrhosis from MASH
This trial tests a new drug, efimosfermin, to see if it is safe and effective for people with cirrhosis caused by MASH (a type of fatty liver disease). It may help improve liver health compared to a placebo.
Miami, FloridaAges 18–75 - NCT06979362RecruitingPhase 2
Study of CDR132L for heart failure with preserved pumping function
This trial tests if CDR132L can improve heart structure and function in people with a type of heart failure where the heart pumps normally but is stiff and thickened. It may help if you have heart failure with preserved ejection fraction and a thickened heart muscle.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 40–84 - NCT06289478Recruiting
Tranexamic acid for bleeding during hip replacement surgery
This study tests whether a medicine called tranexamic acid (TXA), given as a shot into the hip joint or as a soak on the skin, can reduce bleeding during hip replacement surgery. It is for people over 60 who broke their hip from a simple fall and need a cementless hip replacement.
Bangkok, BangkokAges 60 years+ - NCT06790693RecruitingPhase 3
Inavolisib plus hormone therapy for advanced breast cancer
This trial tests a new targeted therapy, inavolisib, combined with standard hormone therapy and a CDK4/6 inhibitor for people with a specific genetic mutation (PIK3CA) in their hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative advanced breast cancer that has not been treated before. It compares this combination to a placebo plus the same standard treatments.
Goodyear, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07225686RecruitingPhase 3
Maridebart Cafraglutide for sleep apnea in adults on CPAP
This study is testing whether a new medicine, called Maridebart Cafraglutide, can help people with obstructive sleep apnea who are already using a CPAP machine. The medicine may help with weight loss and potentially improve sleep apnea. Participants will either receive the medicine or a placebo (an inactive substance), and the study lasts for several months.
Northridge, CaliforniaAges 18–99 - NCT07662109RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new combo pill for type 2 diabetes
This study tests if a new medicine (elecoglipron) combined with dapagliflozin is safe and works better for adults with type 2 diabetes that isn't well controlled by diet or other medications.
Huntsville, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT07742735RecruitingPhase 3
Study of apraglutide for short bowel syndrome with intestinal failure
This study tests a new medicine called apraglutide, given as a shot, to see if it can help adults with short bowel syndrome and intestinal failure reduce their need for intravenous nutrition (parenteral support). The study compares apraglutide to a placebo (a shot with no medicine) to check if it is safe and effective.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07662135RecruitingPhase 3
A study of elecoglipron for type 2 diabetes with kidney problems
This trial tests a new medicine called elecoglipron to see if it helps control blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes who also have reduced kidney function. You would continue taking your current SGLT2i medication (like dapagliflozin).
Peoria, ArizonaAges 18 years+ - NCT07664553RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new diabetes tablet for people on insulin
This trial tests a new once-daily tablet (elecoglipron) against a placebo to see if it can help improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes who are already on insulin. It may offer an additional treatment option to help manage your diabetes.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 18 years+ - NCT04910685RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
BLU-263 for indolent mast cell disease with symptom control
This trial tests BLU-263, a study medicine, against placebo (inactive treatment) to see if it improves symptoms in people with indolent systemic mastocytosis. It also checks safety and how well the dose is tolerated before and during treatment.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06775379RecruitingPhase 3
Azetukalner vs. placebo for major depression
This trial tests an investigational medication called Azetukalner against a placebo to see if it helps reduce symptoms of major depressive disorder. You may qualify if you are currently in a depressive episode that started in adulthood and have not tried or failed only a few antidepressants.
Phoenix, ArizonaAges 18–74 - NCT07076407RecruitingPhase 3
Testing a new antidepressant pill for depression
This study tests an experimental oral pill called azetukalner against a placebo to see if it safely reduces symptoms of major depressive disorder. It is for adults who are currently in a depressive episode lasting 6 weeks to 2 years and have not already tried multiple antidepressants that failed.
Dothan, AlabamaAges 18–74 - NCT06613698RecruitingPhase 2
Testing an investigational drug for alcohol-related liver disease
This trial tests whether a new drug, GSK4532990, is safe and effective compared to a placebo in adults aged 18 to 70 with liver disease caused by alcohol use. The study aims to see if the drug can help treat advanced chronic liver disease.
Chandler, ArizonaAges 18–70 - NCT07227454RecruitingPhase 3
Esketamine for teens with severe depression and suicidal thoughts
This trial tests if esketamine (a nasal spray) can quickly reduce symptoms of major depression and suicidal thoughts in teenagers who need urgent hospital care.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 12–17 - NCT07716098RecruitingPhase 3
Esketamine nasal spray for treatment-resistant depression
This study tests esketamine nasal spray versus a placebo in adults with depression that has not improved after trying at least two other antidepressants. It aims to see if the spray can help when standard pills have not worked.
Skokie, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07011719RecruitingPhase 3
Kidney cancer trial: new combo vs. cabozantinib alone
This trial tests a new drug (casdatifan) combined with cabozantinib for advanced clear cell kidney cancer, comparing it to cabozantinib alone. It's for people who haven't taken these specific medicines before and are still in fairly good health.
Gilbert, ArizonaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for placebo?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 5,219 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.