The risks for clinical trials depends on the type and purpose of trials. Let’s talk about advantages first: YOu many gain access during or after the trials which are not available to general population in outside world. Obtaining medical fair in free. If any adverse events occurred you will be monitored closely for them. You have greater risk as you are working on medical and healthcare advancement for humans. Clinical trials is not a primary source of income but company will provide money for everything from failed results trials to transportation and food.

Now looking disadvantages: You need to assign time for visiting trial sites and work. You can’t use traditional medications without the approval of a doctor. Your personal and social life might get affected like consumption of alcohol, productivity , sex etc. While going to a doctor you have to inform them that you are under trial and so van’t use certain medications. Major drawback is you insurance companies won’t pay for the claims related to the participation pf clinical trials.