Clinical trials · Pennsylvania
Schizophrenia clinical trials in Pennsylvania
We’re tracking 17 recruiting schizophrenia studies with a site in Pennsylvania — including Phase 1/Phase 2, Phase 2, Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Pennsylvania
- NCT07424404RecruitingPhase 3
Long-term safety trial for teens with schizophrenia or autism irritability
This trial looks at the long-term safety of KarXT, a medication for schizophrenia, and KarX-EC for irritability related to autism in teenagers. It is for teens who have already completed the main part of a previous study without serious side effects.
Danville, PennsylvaniaAges 5–17 - NCT07459647RecruitingPhase 2
Long-term study of ML-007C-MA for schizophrenia
This trial tests a new drug, ML-007C-MA, for adults with schizophrenia who may benefit from ongoing treatment. It aims to see how safe and effective the drug is over a longer period.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT05102929Recruiting
Brain-training for working memory in early schizophrenia
This study looks at whether a treatment that targets brain “rhythms” can improve working memory in people who are in the early stage of schizophrenia. It may help the brain process information more effectively, which can support daily thinking and functioning.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–40 - 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–55 - NCT03495024RecruitingPhase 4
Varenicline for quitting smoking in people with schizophrenia
This trial tests whether varenicline helps people with schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder stop smoking. It also looks at related nervous-system side effects that can happen with some anti-psychotic medicines.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–75 - NCT03794076RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing adjunct cromoglicate for schizophrenia symptoms
This trial studies whether adding cromoglicate to your usual antipsychotic medicine can improve schizophrenia symptoms. It’s designed for outpatients who are already on a stable treatment and still have certain ongoing symptom scores.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT05956951Recruiting
Auditory stimulation for early schizophrenia brain efficiency
This study tests whether special sound-based stimulation can help improve brain “communication timing” in people with early-course schizophrenia. It compares participants with early-course schizophrenia to healthy volunteers without a psychiatric history to see how brain function changes.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–40 - NCT06562608RecruitingPhase 4
Reducing Anticholinergic Medications in Schizophrenia
This trial is testing whether it is safe to slowly reduce or stop anticholinergic medications (benztropine or trihexyphenidyl) in people with schizophrenia. It aims to see if stopping these drugs can help with thinking and memory without causing worsening movement problems.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 40–70 - NCT04887792RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Acetazolamide for schizophrenia that hasn’t improved
This Phase 1/2 study tests whether acetazolamide can help people with treatment-resistant schizophrenia. It aims to see if adding this medication improves symptoms when standard antipsychotics haven’t worked enough.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–55 - NCT07114874RecruitingPhase 3
A long-term study of a new drug for schizophrenia
This study tests a new medicine called NBI-1117568 for adults with schizophrenia over a longer period of time. Participants will stop their current antipsychotics and take this new drug to see how well it works and how safe it is.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07369154RecruitingPhase 3
Safety of a long-term schizophrenia treatment
This study tests the long-term safety of an investigational medication for schizophrenia over one year. It may be an option if you are currently stable on your antipsychotic medication.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT05157620Recruiting
Yoga and exercise program for veterans with severe mental illness
This trial tests an exercise and yoga-style wellness program to help veterans with severe mental health conditions feel and function better. It may help with symptoms and overall well-being, especially if your condition is currently stable.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–70 - NCT06700902Recruiting
Support program for college students with mental health challenges
This study tests a program called 'Taking Action' to help college students with serious mental illnesses manage their health and daily life. If you're a student with a mental health condition, you may be able to join to learn new coping skills through group education.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - 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.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65 - NCT01088386Enrolling by invitation
Care program for people receiving Zyprexa Relprevv
This is a study of a patient support program for people already taking Zyprexa Relprevv. It may help by improving how care is managed while you are on this medication.
Blue Bell, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07130500Enrolling by invitation
Rewards for sticking with long-acting injections
This study tests whether offering small rewards (like gift cards) can help people stick with a long-acting injection of their medication. It's for people with serious mental health conditions who have had a recent hospital stay or are at high risk of one.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18–65
Schizophrenia trials by city in Pennsylvania
Where these studies are running in Pennsylvania
Institutions with a site for the recruiting schizophrenia studies listed above.
- University of Pittsburgh · 4 studies
- Adams Clinical · 3 studies
- Western Psychiatric Hospital · 2 studies
- Clinical Site
- Corporal Michael J. Crescenz VA Medical Center
- Local Institution - 0053
- Local Institution - 0150
- Local Institution - 0269
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.
Schizophrenia trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there schizophrenia clinical trials in Pennsylvania?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 17 recruiting schizophrenia studies with a site in Pennsylvania, 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 in Pennsylvania?
- 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 Pennsylvania to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Pennsylvania, 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.
Not the right time?
New schizophrenia studies open in Pennsylvania regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.