Lavender (oral lavender oil) trials recruiting now
11 registrations that name lavender as a study arm and are recruiting or about to, as ClinicalTrials.gov listed them on Oct 20, 2026. Read each listing for its full criteria and current status.
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RecruitingNCT07299474
Efficacy of Lavender Aromatherapy on Anxiety and Pain Reduction During Awake Otolaryngologic Procedures
No phase
Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
About 184 people
Starts Dec 2025 (estimated)
In plain words A study of lavender in people 18 and older, run by Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. It plans to enroll about 184 people at 1 US site.
Adults ≥18 years old undergoing awake otolaryngologic procedures in the outpatient clinic
Able to provide informed consent
The exclusion criteria are on the listing.
What it tests, as registered
Lavender Aromatherapy; Placebo Aromatherapy
Registered summary
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the efficacy of lavender aromatherapy in adult patients undergoing awake otolaryngologic procedures in the outpatient clinic setting. The main questions it aims to answer are: * Does lavender aromatherapy help reduce anxiety and/or pain, and improve patient comfort during awake otolaryngologic procedures in the clinic? * Do patients subjectively find aromatherapy relaxing and/or beneficial during the procedure? Researchers will compare lavender aromatherapy to placebo (an odorless liquid) to see if lavender aromatherapy helps improve patient comfort… The full summary is on the listing.
Where, as registered
1 US site in 1 state.
RecruitingNCT06108648
Efficacy of Lavender Essential Oil Chest Wraps in Infants With Bronchiolitis
Phase 4
University Hospital, Geneva
About 400 people
Started Dec 7, 2023
In plain words A Phase 4 study of lavender in people up to 11 months, run by University Hospital, Geneva. It plans to enroll about 400 people at 2 sites, none in the US.
Who it lists and where
Who the trial lists, as registered
Lists people up to 11 months. Conditions: Bronchiolitis.
Bronchiolitis: clinical diagnosis based on the combination of respiratory distress (tachypnea, grunting, nasal flaring, retractions, and/or need for supplementary oxygen) and fine crackles sometimes accompanied by wheezing on auscultation.
Hospitalization.
Written informed consent.
The exclusion criteria are on the listing.
What it tests, as registered
Lavender essential oil 10%, diluted in 90% olive oil; Control
Registered summary
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if lavender essential oil chest wraps relieve cough in infants with bronchiolitis compared to standard care. Furthermore, the researchers will evaluate if breathing difficulties, nighttime awakening and impact on parents will be improved by the lavender oil chest wraps. Infants will be randomized to receive standard care with the addition of lavender oil chest wraps or to receive standard care alone. The study will take place in two locations in Switzerland, at the Geneva University Hospital and the Fribourg Cantonal Hospital.
Where, as registered
No US site; Switzerland (2).
RecruitingNCT06412757
Silexan in the Treatment Of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Trial
Phase 3
Deakin University
About 278 people
Started Aug 26, 2024
In plain words A Phase 3 study of lavender in people 18 and older, run by Deakin University. It plans to enroll about 278 people at 4 sites, none in the US.
Who it lists and where
Who the trial lists, as registered
Lists people 18 and older. Conditions: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Aged 18 years or over.
Fluent in English.
Meet DSM-5 criteria for PTSD, irrespective of occupation (e.g. first responder, police officer, ex-military or civilian), determined using the Mini International Neuropsychiatric Interview 7.0.2.
Have a score on the PTSD Checklist for DSM-5 (PCL-5) equal to or over 33.
The exclusion criteria are on the listing.
What it tests, as registered
Silexan; Placebo
Registered summary
Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common and debilitating mental illness. Current treatments for PTSD include psychotherapy and antidepressant medications. Many patients are unable to tolerate psychotherapy for PTSD and drop out of it. In addition, its effectiveness is limited. Up to 50 percent of patients who receive psychotherapy do not benefit from it. Antidepressant medications have only small benefits in PTSD. They also have unpleasant side effects that can make patients unwilling to take them. The full summary is on the listing.
Where, as registered
No US site; Australia (4).
RecruitingNCT07315516
Sleep and Stress Study
Phase 2
RDC Clinical Pty Ltd
About 240 people
Started Apr 7, 2026
In plain words A Phase 2 study of lavender in people 18 and older, run by RDC Clinical Pty Ltd. It plans to enroll about 240 people at 1 site, none in the US.
Who it lists and where
Who the trial lists, as registered
Lists people 18 and older. Conditions: Sleep Disorder (Disorder); Stress; Anxiety.
Generally healthy adults aged 18 and over.
Able to provide informed consent.
Score of at least 14 on the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS).
Those with a sleep complaint with a frequency of at least 2 times per week(1)
4 more inclusion criteria and the exclusion criteria are on the listing.
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if natural supplements (lavender oil, PEA, and OEA) work to improve sleep and reduce stress in adults with moderate stress levels and sleep difficulties. It will also learn about the safety of these natural supplements. The full summary is on the listing.
Where, as registered
No US site; Australia (1).
RecruitingNCT07456657
Effect of Lavender Aromatherapy Massage on Pain and Wrist Mobility in Rheumatoid Arthritis
No phase
University of Baghdad
About 120 people
Started Apr 1, 2026
In plain words A study of lavender in people 20 to 60, run by University of Baghdad. It plans to enroll about 120 people at 1 site, none in the US.
Who it lists and where
Who the trial lists, as registered
Lists people 20 to 60. Conditions: Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
Age 20 to 60 years
Diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis meeting the 2010 ACR/EULAR classification criteria
Seropositive for Rheumatoid Factor (RF)
Stable dosage of RA medications (NSAIDs, csDMARDs, bDMARDs) for at least 3 months prior to enrollment with commitment to maintain the regimen
This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effect of lavender aromatherapy massage on pain intensity and wrist joint mobility in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive lavender aromatherapy massage in addition to standard care or standard care alone. Pain intensity and wrist mobility will be measured before and after the intervention period. The findings of this study may provide evidence regarding the effectiveness of complementary therapies in reducing pain and improving joint function in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
Where, as registered
No US site; Iraq (1).
RecruitingNCT07067424
Effect of Aromatherapy on Anxiety in Colonoscopy Patients
No phase
Eastern Mediterranean University
About 102 people
Started Jan 1, 2025
In plain words A study of lavender in people 18 and older, run by Eastern Mediterranean University. It plans to enroll about 102 people at 1 site, none in the US.
Who it lists and where
Who the trial lists, as registered
Lists people 18 and older; healthy volunteers accepted. Conditions: Anxiety; Colonoscopy; Aromatherapy.
Patients over 18 years of age
Patients undergoing a colonoscopy
Patients capable of reading and understanding the study instructions
The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of aromatherapy with lavender and bergamot essential oils on anxiety, vital signs, and feelings of embarrassment before colonoscopy. The findings of this study are expected to contribute both to filling a gap in the literature and to the planning of evidence-based nursing interventions aimed at minimizing pre-colonoscopy anxiety and embarrassment in patients.
Where, as registered
No US site; Cyprus (1).
RecruitingNCT07192783
The Effect of Lavender Inhalation on Anxiety, Sleep, and Blood Pressure
No phase
Ardahan University
About 50 people
Started Jul 7, 2025
In plain words A study of lavender in people of any age, run by Ardahan University. It plans to enroll about 50 people at 1 site, none in the US.
Who it lists and where
Who the trial lists, as registered
Lists people of any age. Conditions: Primary Hypertension.
Diagnosed with primary hypertension
Willing to participate in the study
No allergy to lavender
No olfactory impairments
1 more inclusion criterion and the exclusion criteria are on the listing.
What it tests, as registered
Lavender
Registered summary
This study aims to determine the effects of lavender oil inhalation on anxiety, sleep quality, and blood pressure in patients with primary hypertension. The study is designed as a double-blind randomized controlled trial. The study population consists of patients presenting to the Cardiology Outpatient Clinic of Ardahan State Hospital. Participants are randomly assigned to an experimental group, which will receive a total of 12 lavender oil inhalations three times a week for one month, or to a control group, which will continue routine treatment and care. The full summary is on the listing.
Where, as registered
No US site; Turkey (Türkiye) (1).
Not yet recruitingNCT07737392
Lavender Sandalwood Aromatherapy Study
No phase
Memorial Hermann Health System
About 182 people
Starts Sep 2026 (estimated)
In plain words A study of lavender in female participants 18 and older, run by Memorial Hermann Health System. It plans to enroll about 182 people at 1 US site.
The purpose of this randomized controlled study is to explore whether lavender sandalwood aromatherapy can support comfort, mood, pain relief, and overall satisfaction for participants recovering from a scheduled cesarean section without complications. The full summary is on the listing.
Where, as registered
1 US site in 1 state.
Not yet recruitingNCT07352397
Inhaled Lavender Oil, Rosemary Oil, and Their Combination in Reducing Dental Anxiety and Pain in Pediatric Dental Patients
No phase
Alexandria University
About 80 people
Starts Jan 20, 2026 (estimated)
In plain words A study of lavender in people 6 to 9, run by Alexandria University. It plans to enroll about 80 people at 1 site, none in the US.
Who it lists and where
Who the trial lists, as registered
Lists people 6 to 9. Conditions: Dental Anxiety.
Frankl behavioural rating score 2 or 3 during preoperative assessment.
Healthy children ASAI.
Children without a previous dental history.
Children presenting with at least one mandibular molar indicated for extraction. (43)
1 more inclusion criterion and the exclusion criteria are on the listing.
What it tests, as registered
Lavender group; Rosemary group; Combination of both lavender and rosemary; No essential oils
Registered summary
Background: Dental anxiety and pain are common concerns in pediatric dentistry. These issues can lead to negative experiences for children and can make it difficult for them to cooperate during treatment. While medications can help manage these symptoms, it can also have side effects. This highlights the need for safe and effective complementary treatments. Aromatherapy, particularly with lavender and rosemary oils, has demonstrated anxiolytic and analgesic properties in different fields. The full summary is on the listing.
Where, as registered
No US site; Egypt (1).
Not yet recruitingNCT07813221
"The Effect of Lavender Aromatherapy on Dental Anxiety"
No phase
Dow University of Health Sciences
About 68 people
Starts Sep 1, 2026 (estimated)
In plain words A study of lavender in people 20 to 45, run by Dow University of Health Sciences. It plans to enroll about 68 people and lists no sites yet.
Who it lists and where
Who the trial lists, as registered
Lists people 20 to 45. Conditions: Aromatherapy (Geranium Essential Oil).
Patients who will give consent to the study.
Patients aged 20-45 years undergoing dental treatment for the first time.
Both gender.
Patient seeking any one of the following dental procedures: root canal treatment, scaling and polishing or tooth extraction.
The exclusion criteria are on the listing.
What it tests, as registered
Lavender Aromatherapy; Placebo Control
Registered summary
ABSTRACT Background: Dental anxiety is addressed as a common issue in adults, often delaying necessary dental treatments and impacting overall oral health. Conventional anxiety management methods may not be preferred due to certain limitations, therefore prompting interest in complementary therapies. The most promising therapy is aromatherapy. Aromatherapy uses essential oils for relaxation to reduce stress. This approach is non-invasive and accessible, making it a promising option for reducing dental anxiety. The full summary is on the listing.
Where, as registered
No sites listed yet.
Not yet recruitingNCT06785649
The Efficacy of Lavender Herbal Tea in Misophonia
No phase
Sakarya University
About 60 people
Starts Feb 1, 2025 (estimated)
In plain words A study of lavender in people 18 and older, run by Sakarya University. It plans to enroll about 60 people and lists no sites yet.
Who it lists and where
Who the trial lists, as registered
Lists people 18 and older. Conditions: Misophonia; Misophonia Treatment; Anxiety; Depression; Anger; Complementary Medicine.
Reporting at least three trigger sounds
Assessed by a specialist psychiatric nurse and a psychiatrist as humophonia based on the diagnostic criteria for humophonia established by Schröder et al. (2013)
Individuals aged 18 and over
The exclusion criteria are on the listing.
What it tests, as registered
Lavender herbal tea
Registered summary
Misophonia is a disorder characterized by a high level of annoyance with certain sounds. Exposure to these sounds causes physical symptoms characterized by anger, aggression, helplessness, overwhelm, and stimulation of the sympathetic nervous system. These emotional and physical reactions can lead to a decline in family relationships, work and school productivity, withdrawal from social relationships, and even suicide. There is limited empirical evidence evaluating the efficacy of therapeutic approaches to misophonia. The full summary is on the listing.