Simple vitamin pills could cut blood transfusions in pregnant african women
NCT ID NCT00148629
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether adding daily multivitamins and an extra dose of deworming medication to standard prenatal care could prevent severe anemia in pregnant women in Zanzibar, Tanzania. Over 2,500 pregnant women took part, comparing the enhanced package to the usual WHO-recommended care. The goal was to reduce the need for blood transfusions and improve health for both mothers and babies.
What this could mean
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Active substance
multivitamin and mebendazole (deworming drug)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to prevent severe anemia in pregnant women in resource-limited settings, reducing the need for blood transfusions and improving birth outcomes.
What could go wrong
This trial is completed but results may not apply to other regions or populations. The interventions are low-cost and low-risk, but the benefit may be modest compared to standard care alone.
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Locations
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Public Health Laboratory "Ivo de Carneri"
Wawi, Zanzibar, Tanzania