Which iron pill is best for Moms-to-Be? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT06014983

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of British Columbia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares two forms of iron (ferrous fumarate and ferrous bisglycinate) in daily prenatal supplements for 172 pregnant women in Vancouver. Researchers will measure iron levels in blood and stool samples to see which form is better absorbed and causes fewer side effects. The goal is to improve guidelines for preventing iron deficiency during pregnancy.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: iron supplements (ferrous fumarate or ferrous bisglycinate)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help doctors recommend the best type of iron supplement for pregnant women to prevent iron deficiency.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 172 participants, so results may not apply to all pregnant women. It compares two common supplements, not a new treatment.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Iron Deficiencies iron deficiency anemia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

IRON-DEFICIENCY PREGNANCY

Contacts and locations

Locations

BC Women's Hospital
RECRUITING

Vancouver, British Columbia, V6H 3N1, Canada
University of British Columbia, Food, Nutrition and Health Building
RECRUITING

Vancouver, British Columbia, V6T 1Z4, Canada

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