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Anorexia clinical trials

Every US clinical trial registered for Anorexia — phase mix, recruiting status, and the sponsors running them, straight from the NIH ClinicalTrials.gov registry.

12 US clinical trials · 1 currently recruiting

The research picture

Anorexia has 12 registered US clinical trials, 1 of them open to new participants right now — about 8% of the total.

1
recruiting participants now
8%
of trials open to enrollment
6
in Phase 3–4 (later-stage)
3
top sponsor: Bristol-Myers Squibb

Counts reflect the public ClinicalTrials.gov registry as last mirrored by PlainTrial. Status and phase are reported by each study's sponsor. This is reference information, not medical advice.

Active & Recent Trials

RECRUITING Phase 3 360 participants

Olanzapine Versus Megestrol Acetate for the Treatment of Loss of Appetite Among Advanced Cancer Patients

Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology

NCT04939090

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING Phase 2 98 participants

Effects of Mirtazapine on Appetite in Advanced Cancer Patients

M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

NCT00488072

ACTIVE NOT RECRUITING Phase 2 25 participants

Anamorelin Hydrochloride in Reducing Anorexia in Patients With Advanced Non-small Cell Lung Cancer

M.D. Anderson Cancer Center

NCT03637816

COMPLETED Phase 3 67 participants

Docetaxel With or Without Infliximab in Treating Weight Loss, Loss of Appetite, and Fatigue in Patients With Unresectable Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (Infliximab Treatment Discontinued Effective 10/05/05)

Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology

NCT00040885

COMPLETED Phase 4 40 participants

The Safety and Effectiveness of Megace in HIV-Infected Women

Bristol-Myers Squibb

NCT00002345

COMPLETED NA 33 participants

Comparing Real-time fMRI Neurofeedback Versus Sham for Altering Limbic and Eating Disturbances in Anorexia Nervosa

University of Minnesota

NCT04220112

COMPLETED Phase 3 25 participants

Megestrol in Treating Patients Who Are Undergoing Radiation Therapy for Lung Cancer

Wake Forest University Health Sciences

NCT00031785

COMPLETED Phase 1 18 participants

Study to Compare the Effects of Repeated Doses of an Investigational New Drug and a Placebo on Appetite in Advanced Cancer and Anorexia

Pfizer

NCT04803305

COMPLETED NA 14 participants

Bovine Lactoferrin Supplement in Improving Taste in Patients With Cancer Receiving Chemotherapy

Wake Forest University Health Sciences

NCT01941810

COMPLETED Phase 3

A Study Comparing Megestrol Acetate at 800 mg/Day, and Placebo in AIDS Patients With Anorexia and Cachexia

Bristol-Myers Squibb

NCT00002067

COMPLETED Phase 2

A Study of Different Doses of Megestrol Acetate in Patients With AIDS Who Have Anorexia and Malnutrition

Bristol-Myers Squibb

NCT00002300

COMPLETED Phase 3

Etanercept in Treating Cancer-Related Cachexia and Anorexia in Patients With Advanced Cancer

Mayo Clinic

NCT00046904

Phase Distribution

PhaseTrial count
Phase 1 1
Phase 2 3
Phase 3 5
Phase 4 1

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.

Reading the Anorexia Trial Landscape

ClinicalTrials.gov lists 12 US studies indexed under Anorexia, and 1 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 8% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.

The phase distribution for Anorexia shows 6 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 4 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.

Top sponsor activity for Anorexia is led by Bristol-Myers Squibb with 3 indexed trials, alongside 6 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 12 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many clinical trials are there for Anorexia?

PlainTrial tracks 12 US clinical trials for Anorexia, of which 1 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.

How do I find a recruiting trial for Anorexia?

Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.

Is this data current?

Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.

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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2026 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.

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