Clinical trials · Los Angeles, CA
Schizophrenia clinical trials in Los Angeles
We’re tracking 39 recruiting schizophrenia studies with a site in or near Los Angeles — including Early Phase 1, Phase 1, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Los Angeles
- NCT07410507RecruitingPhase 2
Study of Brenipatide for adults with schizophrenia
This trial tests an investigational drug called brenipatide for people with schizophrenia who are already on a stable medication regimen. The goal is to see if adding this drug helps reduce relapses.
Bellflower, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT07221877RecruitingPhase 4
Study of KarXT for urological safety in schizophrenia
This study tests a new medicine (KarXT) for schizophrenia, focusing on how it affects urological (bladder and urinary) safety. You'll stop your current antipsychotic and take the study drug to see if it works well and is safe for your urinary system.
Bellflower, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07227818RecruitingPhase 3
Testing NBI-1117568 to prevent schizophrenia relapse
This trial tests a new medicine, NBI-1117568, to see if it can help prevent a relapse of schizophrenia symptoms. It is for adults who have been stable on other antipsychotics and want to avoid returning to the hospital for a psychiatric stay.
Torrance, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT05303064RecruitingPhase 3
Study of weight gain medicine for teens with certain mood or psychosis
This Phase 3 study tests a treatment aimed at reducing unhealthy weight gain in teens with schizophrenia or bipolar I disorder, using changes in BMI (a height-and-weight measure). It may help families who are concerned about weight changes that can happen with some psychiatric medicines.
Encino, CaliforniaAges 10–17 - NCT07191483RecruitingPhase 2
Study of KYN-5356 for cognitive problems in schizophrenia
This trial tests an investigational drug, KYN-5356, to see if it can improve thinking and memory problems in adults with schizophrenia. You may join if your schizophrenia is stable and you take only one antipsychotic medication.
Cerritos, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT06229210RecruitingPhase 3
Lumateperone safety study for children with schizophrenia, bipolar, or autism
This trial tests a medication called lumateperone for children and teens with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or autism spectrum disorder. It aims to see if the medicine is safe and tolerable over time.
West Covina, CaliforniaAges 5–17 - NCT07379827Recruiting
A study on switching to KarXT for schizophrenia
This trial looks at how well KarXT works and what side effects it might have when people with schizophrenia switch to it from their current antipsychotic medication. It may be an option for those who have started KarXT recently or who plan to switch from their current treatment.
La Palma, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07344948RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Testing NTX-253 in healthy people and those with stable schizophrenia
This trial is testing a new medicine, NTX-253, to see how safe it is and how the body processes it. It is for healthy adults and adults with schizophrenia whose symptoms are stable on their current treatment.
Los Alamitos, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT07734493RecruitingPhase 1
Study of a new drug for acute schizophrenia symptoms
This trial tests an experimental medicine, LTX-001, for people with schizophrenia who are currently having a sudden worsening of symptoms. It aims to see if the drug can help reduce these acute symptoms.
Los Alamitos, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT07061288RecruitingPhase 1
Testing a new injectable medicine for schizophrenia
This trial tests a new injectable form of KarXT for schizophrenia. It aims to see if the medicine is safe, tolerable, and how it works in the body.
Los Alamitos, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT07105111RecruitingPhase 4
Valbenazine for tardive dyskinesia after other treatment
This study tests if valbenazine helps adults with tardive dyskinesia whose symptoms continue even after taking or stopping another similar medication. Tardive dyskinesia involves uncontrollable movements from long-term use of certain mental health drugs.
Long Beach, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05025605RecruitingPhase 1
Study medicine for agitation in youth with bipolar or schizophrenia
This Phase 1 trial tests whether BXCL501 is safe and can help reduce agitation in children and teens who have bipolar disorder or schizophrenia. You may be considered if your agitation is significant during screening, but certain recent medication and health factors can make you ineligible.
Anaheim, CaliforniaAges 10–17 - NCT05184335RecruitingPhase 3
Brilaroxazine for adults with schizophrenia
This study tests whether brilaroxazine works and is safe for people with schizophrenia. It mainly aims to help people whose symptoms are still present despite prior treatment, while excluding those with certain other diagnoses or substance/drug issues.
Garden Grove, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT07615426RecruitingPhase 1
Testing aticaprant with antipsychotic medication for schizophrenia
This study tests whether a new medication called aticaprant is safe and well-tolerated when added to your current antipsychotic medication for schizophrenia. The goal is to see if it could help improve symptoms without causing serious side effects.
Garden Grove, CaliforniaAges 18–55 - NCT07101094Recruiting
Study on satisfaction with a new schizophrenia treatment
This study tracks how satisfied people with schizophrenia are with a new combination medicine called xanomeline and trospium chloride (XT). It aims to understand real-world experiences and benefits of this treatment.
Costa Mesa, CaliforniaAges 18 years+
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Schizophrenia trials in other cities
Where these studies are running near Los Angeles
Institutions with a site for the recruiting schizophrenia studies listed above.
- Collaborative Neuroscience Research · 4 studies
- Collaborative Neuroscience Research, LLC / CenExel CNS - Garden Grove · 3 studies
- ATP Clinical Research · 2 studies
- Clinical Innovations, Inc. dba CITrials · 2 studies
- Neurocrine Clinical Site · 2 studies
- Advanced Research Center (ARC), Inc.
- Alkermes Investigator Site
- Catalina Research Institute
What taking part in a schizophrenia 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 schizophrenia studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there schizophrenia clinical trials near Los Angeles?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 39 recruiting schizophrenia studies with a site near Los Angeles, 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 schizophrenia study near Los Angeles?
- 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 Los Angeles to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Los Angeles, 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 schizophrenia 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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