Clinical trials · Houston, TX
Pregnancy clinical trials in Houston
We’re tracking 16 recruiting pregnancy studies with a site in or near Houston — including Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Houston
- NCT07040319RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Hepatitis C treatment study for pregnant women
This study tests a medicine called glecaprevir/pibrentasvir for pregnant women with hepatitis C, with or without HIV. It aims to see how the medicine works in the body and if it is safe during pregnancy.
Houston, TexasAges 16–45 - NCT05368571Recruiting
CHOICES program for teens at risk of pregnancy and STIs
This trial tests a teen-focused program (called CHOICES) to help reduce risky situations that can lead to pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It includes girls ages 14–19 who report recent risk behaviors around sex, condom use, and birth control.
Houston, TexasAges 14–19 - NCT06628453Recruiting
Continuous glucose monitor for type 2 diabetes in pregnancy
This study tests whether using a CGM (a small sensor that tracks blood sugar) can help manage type 2 diabetes during pregnancy better than standard care. It is for women who have type 2 diabetes and are pregnant with one baby.
Houston, TexasAges 18–50 - NCT06445946RecruitingPhase 4
Metformin vs insulin for gestational diabetes
This study compares two common medicines (metformin pills and insulin shots) to see which works better for controlling blood sugar in pregnant women with gestational diabetes. The goal is to find the best treatment for both mom and baby, now and in the long term.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT04206748Recruiting
Remote glucose monitoring for diabetes during pregnancy
This study tests whether a remote glucose monitoring device, used alongside your usual glucose meter, can help manage blood sugar during pregnancy. It may be helpful if you have gestational diabetes or type 2 diabetes in pregnancy and can start before about 30 weeks.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05766761Recruiting
Support to reduce alcohol during pregnancy
This study aims to help reduce alcohol use in pregnancy by offering support or testing an approach for people who’ve had alcohol recently. It may help you lower the risk to your pregnancy by focusing on alcohol exposure.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06275568Recruiting
Healthy food support for high-risk pregnant women
This trial tests a program that helps pregnant women at high risk get healthy food. It uses a special card from a partner (About Fresh) to make it easier to eat well during pregnancy.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06114199Recruiting
Home-delivered produce program for high-risk pregnancy
This trial tests a program that delivers fresh fruits and vegetables to your home during pregnancy. It’s for people at high-risk clinics who want to see if eating better can improve their health.
Houston, TexasAges 18–44 - NCT06866405RecruitingPhase 3
RSV vaccine boost in a new pregnancy
This study tests whether a second dose of the RSV vaccine during a new pregnancy protects you and your baby from RSV. If you received the RSVpreF or Abrysvo vaccine in a past pregnancy, you may be able to join.
Houston, TexasAges birth+ - NCT07207876Recruiting
Study of two antibiotics during pregnancy
This study looks at two antibiotics given during pregnancy: ceftriaxone (given as a shot or IV) for infections other than syphilis, and benzathine penicillin G (given as a shot) for syphilis. The goal is to learn more about how these medicines affect pregnant women and their babies.
Houston, TexasAges Any age - NCT06468202RecruitingPhase 4
Aspirin dose study to prevent high blood pressure in pregnancy
This trial compares two doses of aspirin to see which is better at preventing conditions like preeclampsia (a serious form of high blood pressure during pregnancy). You may qualify if you are in early pregnancy and have certain risk factors.
Houston, TexasAges 14–35 - NCT05012072Recruiting
Lifestyle coaching to lower pregnancy stress and risk
This study tests a lifestyle coaching program to help reduce stress and improve emotional wellbeing during pregnancy. It may help lower risks for the baby by supporting healthier daily routines and mental health.
Webster, TexasAges 18–45 - NCT07758114Recruiting
Prenatal education on environmental exposures
This study provides education about everyday environmental exposures during pregnancy. It aims to help women make safer choices for their health and their baby's health.
Galveston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT06396078RecruitingPhase 4
Antibiotics for Early Water Breaking Before Delivery
This study tests whether giving antibiotics to pregnant people with early water breaking (PPROM) before delivery improves outcomes. It aims to prevent infections and protect both parent and baby while waiting for delivery.
Galveston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05912517RecruitingPhase 3
Nipocalimab for high-risk pregnancy blood disease
This Phase 3 trial tests nipocalimab (an antibody medicine) to help prevent severe blood breakdown in a baby when a parent has certain blood antibodies. It enrolls people who previously had severe hemolytic disease in a past pregnancy and who are currently early in pregnancy with the same risk antibodies.
Galveston, TexasAges 18–45 - NCT06533098RecruitingPhase 3
Nipocalimab vs IVIG for FNAIT in pregnancy
This study tests a new medicine called nipocalimab compared to standard IVIG treatment for pregnant women who are at risk of a serious condition where the mother's antibodies attack the baby's platelets (FNAIT). The goal is to see if nipocalimab can prevent complications like bleeding in the baby.
Galveston, TexasAges 18–45
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Where these studies are running near Houston
Institutions with a site for the recruiting pregnancy studies listed above.
- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston · 7 studies
- University of Texas Medical Branch · 4 studies
- Baylor College of Medicine · 2 studies
- Baylor University
- Memorial Hermann Hospital
- St Vincent's Hope Clinics
- University of Texas - Houston
- Women's Specialist of PLLC
What taking part in a pregnancy study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting pregnancy studies in Texas.
Common questions
- Are there pregnancy clinical trials near Houston?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 16 recruiting pregnancy studies with a site near Houston, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a pregnancy study near Houston?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Houston to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Houston, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a pregnancy trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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