Clinical trials
Refractory clinical trials
Below are recruiting refractory clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 1,203 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06218706Recruiting
Focused ultrasound for severe opioid addiction
This trial uses focused ultrasound (sound waves aimed at a specific part of the brain) to help people who have severe opioid addiction that hasn't gotten better with other treatments. It may help reduce cravings and support recovery.
Morgantown, West VirginiaAges 22–60 - NCT06219356RecruitingPhase 1
Study of GLB-002 for relapsed or refractory non-Hodgkin lymphoma
This trial tests a new drug, GLB-002, for people with non-Hodgkin lymphoma that has come back or hasn't responded to other treatments. The goal is to see if GLB-002 is safe and whether it can help shrink or control the lymphoma.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06220474Recruiting
Radiofrequency treatment for stubborn dry eye
This trial tests a non-invasive radiofrequency treatment for people with meibomian gland dysfunction (a type of dry eye) that hasn't improved with standard treatments. It aims to see if this therapy can safely help your eyes feel better.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT06224049RecruitingEarly Phase 1
New immune cells for Epstein-Barr virus positive T-cell lymphoma
This trial tests a new treatment using specially designed immune cells (called hNeo-T cells) to attack Epstein-Barr virus positive T-cell lymphoma that has come back or not responded to standard therapy. The treatment is personalized based on your tumor's unique markers and your tissue type (HLA).
Shenzhen, GuangdongAges 18–75 - NCT06225310RecruitingPhase 1
New combo for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma
This trial tests a three-drug combination (selinexor, ruxolitinib, and methylprednisolone) for people with multiple myeloma that has come back or stopped responding after at least three prior treatments. The goal is to see if this new combination can help control the cancer.
West Hollywood, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT06226610RecruitingPhase 2
Testing dupilumab for severe itching after burn injuries
This trial tests if dupilumab (Dupixent) can help adults with long-lasting, severe itching from healed burn scars. It is for people whose itching has not improved with standard treatments like antihistamines.
Akron, OhioAges 18–60 - NCT06232096RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Study of MBS314 for relapsed or refractory multiple myeloma
This trial tests a new drug called MBS314 for people whose multiple myeloma has returned or stopped responding to other treatments. The goal is to see if MBS314 can help shrink or control the myeloma.
BeijingAges 18 years+ - NCT06233110RecruitingPhase 1
Ruxolitinib and fostamatinib for steroid-resistant chronic GVHD
This study tests two drugs, ruxolitinib and fostamatinib, together for people with chronic graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) that hasn't responded well to steroids. The goal is to see if this combination can better control GVHD.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–80 - NCT06234423RecruitingPhase 1
A study of CUSP06 for advanced solid tumors
This study tests a new drug called CUSP06 for people with advanced solid tumors, especially ovarian cancer that has stopped responding to platinum chemotherapy. It may help if standard treatments no longer work.
Denver, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT06241729Recruiting
Observation of first-time DLBCL treatment at Charleroi hospital
This study is watching how people with newly diagnosed diffuse large B cell lymphoma (a blood cancer) are treated for the first time at Grand Hôpital de Charleroi. It collects information to help doctors learn more about the disease and its care.
Charleroi, HainautAges 18 years+ - NCT06244368RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo combo for relapsed aggressive lymphoma
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy drugs (GVM, with or without rituximab) for people whose aggressive non-Hodgkin lymphoma has returned or not responded to standard treatment. It aims to find a new option that might work when others have stopped working.
Tianjin, Tianjin MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06249321RecruitingPhase 2
Chemo plus radiation for advanced pancreatic cancer with normal CA19-9
This trial tests a combination of chemotherapy (mFOLFIRINOX) and radiation therapy for people with advanced pancreatic cancer that has stopped responding to chemotherapy and whose CA19-9 tumor marker levels are normal. The goal is to see if this approach can help when standard treatments are no longer working.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT06249438RecruitingPhase 1
CAR-T cell therapy for hard-to-treat autoimmune diseases
This trial tests a new CAR-T cell therapy (C-CAR168) for people with several autoimmune diseases that have not responded to standard treatments. It aims to see if this therapy can control the disease when other medicines have failed.
Shanghai, Shanghai MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT06251076RecruitingPhase 4
Outpatient teclistamab for multiple myeloma: a safety study
This study tests whether giving the drug teclistamab (a treatment for multiple myeloma) in an outpatient setting is safe and works well. You may qualify if you have had at least three prior treatments, have a caregiver to support you, and meet other health criteria.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06252298RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new drug for CD38-positive blood cancers
This trial tests a new drug, SCTC21C, for people with certain blood cancers (like myeloma or lymphoma) that have come back or not responded to other treatments. The goal is to see if the drug is safe and can help control the cancer.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06252675RecruitingPhase 2
Glofitamab and pirtobrutinib for relapsed mantle cell lymphoma
This study tests a combination of two drugs—glofitamab (given as an infusion) and pirtobrutinib (a pill)—for people with mantle cell lymphoma that has come back or not responded to previous treatment. The goal is to see if the combo works better than either drug alone.
Davis, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06257056Recruiting
Deep brain stimulation for hard-to-treat schizophrenia
This trial tests whether deep brain stimulation (a device that sends electrical pulses to specific areas of the brain) can help people with schizophrenia whose symptoms have not improved with standard treatments. If you have ongoing psychosis and have tried several medications without success, this study may be an option for you.
Dallas, TexasAges 22–70 - NCT06265025RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
GM103 injection for advanced solid tumors that can't be removed
This trial tests an experimental drug called GM103 that is injected directly into tumors. It is for people with advanced solid tumors that have not responded to other treatments and cannot be surgically removed.
Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 18 years+ - NCT06268652RecruitingPhase 3
Personalized treatment guided by lab-grown tumor samples for advanced breast cancer
This trial tests whether using a personalized approach—growing your tumor cells in the lab to find the best treatment—can work better than standard treatments chosen by your doctor. It is for people with advanced breast cancer that has stopped responding to at least two previous treatments.
Guangzhou, None SelectedAges 18 years+ - NCT06277427Recruiting
CAR-T cell therapy for refractory vasculitis and lupus nephritis
This trial tests a new type of cell therapy called CAR-T cells that target BCMA (a protein on certain immune cells) for people with two autoimmune diseases: ANCA-associated vasculitis and lupus nephritis. It is for patients whose disease has not responded to standard treatments or has come back after initial improvement.
Wuhan, HubeiAges 18–70 - NCT06292494Recruiting
Focused ultrasound for drug-resistant epilepsy
This trial tests whether focused ultrasound can help people whose seizures are not controlled by two or more medications. You would have a noninvasive procedure while awake, pressing a stop button if needed, and your hair will be partially shaved.
TaipeiAges 18 years+ - NCT06292780RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing linvoseltamab for AL amyloidosis that came back
This trial tests a new drug called linvoseltamab for people with AL amyloidosis that has returned or is not responding to treatment. It aims to see if the drug is safe and helps control the disease.
Duarte, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06296121RecruitingPhase 3
BCD-264 vs Darzalex for relapsed multiple myeloma
This trial tests a new drug, BCD-264, compared to Darzalex (daratumumab) alone for people with multiple myeloma that has come back or stopped responding to prior treatments. The goal is to see if BCD-264 works better than Darzalex in controlling the cancer.
ChelyabinskAges 18 years+ - NCT06297226RecruitingPhase 2
CAR T cell therapy for multiple myeloma
This trial tests a new CAR T cell therapy (arlocabtagene autoleucel) that targets a protein called GPRC5D on myeloma cells. It is for people whose multiple myeloma has come back or is not responding after trying at least four different types of treatment.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for refractory?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 1,203 recruiting refractory 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 refractory 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 refractory 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.