Iron deficiency anemia

This study tests whether adding a nutrition education program for caregivers to standard oral iron therapy improves hemoglobin levels in children aged 1-5 with iron deficiency anemia. 150 children will be split into two groups: one gets iron pills alone, the other gets iron pills…

This study tests whether oral lactoferrin, a protein found in milk, can improve anemia and bone health in adults with end-stage kidney disease on dialysis. Participants receive either lactoferrin, IV iron, or both for three months, alongside their usual anemia medication. The goa…

This study tests a special treatment for red blood cells that aims to kill the Zika virus, making transfusions safer. About 692 people who need blood transfusions will receive either treated or standard blood. The goal is to see if the treated blood works just as well and is safe…

This study is testing a liposomal iron supplement with vitamin C and fiber (LISEFEX®) in 74 Mexican adults with mild to moderate iron deficiency anemia. Researchers are observing how well the supplement raises hemoglobin levels and how acceptable it is to patients. The supplement…

This study tests whether adding Moringa leaf powder to standard iron pills can better improve hemoglobin levels in pregnant women with iron deficiency anemia. About 59 women in their third trimester will take either Moringa capsules plus iron or iron alone for 60 days. Researcher…

This study was designed to test the safety of an iron pill called ferric citrate in children aged 6 to 17 with iron deficiency anemia and chronic kidney disease (not on dialysis). The plan was to compare the iron pill to standard care over 24 weeks. However, the study was withdra…

This study tests whether a newer form of iron (liposomal iron) works better than standard iron drops to prevent iron deficiency anemia in premature babies. About 60 preterm infants born at or before 34 weeks will receive either daily standard iron, daily liposomal iron, or liposo…

This study looks at how well children aged 1 to 16 tolerate and accept new nutritional feeds made from real food ingredients. The feeds are given through a tube or as a drink. Researchers will track stomach issues like pain, bloating, and nausea over 28 days. The goal is to see i…

This study looks at how well a new iron supplement made from fish (SalmoFer®) is absorbed by the body and whether it causes stomach discomfort. About 61 women aged 21 to 42 with low iron or mild anemia will take the supplement and have their iron levels checked through blood test…

This pilot study looks at why military personnel often have low iron levels during training. Six physically active adults will receive either erythropoietin or a placebo and then do a 90-minute loaded march. The goal is to find the best way to measure iron absorption after exerci…

This study aimed to see if iron deficiency in new mothers is linked to depression and poorer interactions with their babies. Researchers planned to compare iron-deficient and iron-sufficient mothers using video-recorded play sessions. However, the study was withdrawn before any p…