Could a single iron infusion help heart failure patients feel better?

NCT ID NCT07643818

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a single intravenous dose of iron (ferric derisomaltose) can improve symptoms, exercise ability, and quality of life in 150 adults with a type of heart failure called HFpEF who also have iron deficiency. Participants will receive either the iron infusion or a placebo and be followed for 12 weeks. The main goal is to see if they can walk farther in six minutes.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Ferric derisomaltose (Monofer) given as a single intravenous infusion

What this could lead to

If it works, this could provide a simple treatment to improve daily life and physical ability for people with a common type of heart failure.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase trial (150 people) that hasn't started yet. It may not show clear benefit, and results may not apply to all patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

diastolic heart failure heart failure

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Jersey General Hospital

    Saint Helier, Jersey