CBD-Hydroxychloroquine combo tested for arthritis pain – but trial ends early

NCT ID NCT05942911

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a combination pill called IHL-675A, which contains cannabidiol (CBD) and hydroxychloroquine, in people with rheumatoid arthritis. The goal was to see if it safely reduces pain and improves daily function. The trial planned to enroll 128 volunteers but was terminated early with only 20 participants. Participants took the combo, CBD alone, hydroxychloroquine alone, or a placebo twice daily for 24 weeks.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

IHL-675A (a combination of cannabidiol and hydroxychloroquine)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a new treatment option for rheumatoid arthritis that combines CBD with a standard drug to improve pain and daily function.

What could go wrong

The trial was terminated early with only 20 participants, so results are very limited. It is a small Phase II study, so even if safe, it may not prove effective or lead to a new therapy.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Arthralgia arthritic joint disease Fatigue Pain rheumatoid arthritis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • AusTrials Wellers Hill

    Wellers Hill, Queensland, 4121, Australia

  • AusTrials Westside (Taringa)

    Taringa, Queensland, 4068, Australia

  • Captain Sterling Medical Centre

    Nedlands, Western Australia, 6009, Australia

  • Coast Joint Care

    Maroochydore, Queensland, 4558, Australia

  • Emeritus Research

    Sydney, New South Wales, 2019, Australia

  • Emeritus Research Melbourne

    Camberwell, Victoria, 3124, Australia

  • Genesis Research Services

    Broadmeadow, New South Wales, 2292, Australia

  • Novatrials

    Kotara, New South Wales, 2289, Australia

  • Paratus Clinical (Woden Dermatology)

    Phillip, Australian Capital Territory, 2606, Australia

  • Royal Prince Alfred Hospital

    Camperdown, New South Wales, 2050, Australia