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placebo treatment during 3 days

St. Olavs Hospital · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Placebo produces therapeutic effects through patient expectation and psychological mechanisms rather than active pharmacological action.

Placebo produces therapeutic effects through patient expectation and psychological mechanisms rather than active pharmacological action. Used for Research/clinical trial control arm (non-therapeutic use).

At a glance

Generic nameplacebo treatment during 3 days
Also known aslactose
SponsorSt. Olavs Hospital
ModalitySmall molecule
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Placebo treatment leverages the placebo effect, wherein a patient's belief in receiving treatment triggers neurobiological and psychological responses that can improve symptoms or outcomes. This occurs through expectation-driven activation of endogenous pain-relief pathways, immune modulation, and symptom perception changes. The effect is particularly pronounced in conditions with subjective symptom components such as pain, nausea, and fatigue.

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Key clinical trials

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