Birth control showdown: which method fights anemia better?
NCT ID NCT05233956
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether a hormonal IUS or birth control pills with iron are better at improving anemia in women. About 405 women with mild to moderate anemia who want contraception will be randomly assigned to one of the two methods and followed for 12-18 months. The main goal is to see which method raises hemoglobin levels more.
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Kangemi Health Center
Nairobi, Kenya