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Itch clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 8 Itch clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 4 countries (most in Denmark (5), France (1), United States (1)). By phase: Phase 4 (1). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
- 8Clinical trials
- 4Countries
Newest Itch clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| Topical Roflumilast Cream for Itch in Atopic Dermatitis: See If It Helps Over 4 Weeks | Phase 4 | Sacramento, California | Recruiting | May 1, 2026 |
| Exploring How Contagious Itch Works on the Skin | — | Gistrup, Denmark | Recruiting | Nov 28, 2025 |
| Placebo effects on histamine and cowhage-induced itch | — | Gistrup | Recruiting | Nov 25, 2025 |
| Mapping itch and pain receptor locations on the face | — | Gistrup, Aalborg | Recruiting | Aug 14, 2025 |
| Using Virtual Reality and Hypnosis to Reduce Chronic Itch | — | Leiden, South Holland | Recruiting | Jan 22, 2025 |
| Effects of motor imagery on pain and itch perception | — | Gistrup and 1 other locations | Recruiting | Jul 16, 2024 |
| Blocking IL-13 to see how it changes itch and skin pain sensitivity | — | Gistrup, Aalborg and 2 other locations | Recruiting | Jul 16, 2024 |
| Patient Library for Pruritus Sine Materia | — | Brest | Recruiting | Jan 10, 2023 |
All recruiting trials (8)
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Topical Roflumilast Cream for Itch in Atopic Dermatitis: See If It Helps Over 4 Weeks
This trial tests whether a 0.15% topical roflumilast cream can reduce itching in people 12 years and older with mild to moderate atopic dermatitis over 4 weeks.
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Exploring How Contagious Itch Works on the Skin
This study tests how itch spreads when histamine, cowhage, or a placebo are applied to the forearms to see how people feel itch and pain.
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Placebo effects on histamine and cowhage-induced itch
This one-time, 1½-hour session will test whether applying a harmless cream reduces histamine- and cowhage-induced itch in healthy adults aged 18–60.
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Mapping itch and pain receptor locations on the face
We will test how itch and pain are felt at different spots on the face in healthy adults by applying mild provocations (histamine, cowhage, capsaicin) and measuring responses over three days.
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Using Virtual Reality and Hypnosis to Reduce Chronic Itch
This study is testing whether using virtual reality combined with hypnosis can help people with chronic itch feel better.
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Effects of motor imagery on pain and itch perception
This study tests if imagining movements can help reduce pain and itch sensations in people experiencing these feelings.
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Blocking IL-13 to see how it changes itch and skin pain sensitivity
This trial will test whether lebrikizumab, a drug that blocks IL-13, changes itch and skin pain sensitivity in healthy adults and people with atopic dermatitis.
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Patient Library for Pruritus Sine Materia
This study tests whether a detailed, long-term collection of blood, skin samples, and questionnaires can deepen understanding of pruritus sine materia and its causes.
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Quick answers
How many Itch clinical trials are recruiting right now?
8, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 4 countries. The most sites are in Denmark (5 trials), France (1 trial), United States (1 trial), Netherlands (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 4: 1. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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