Can iron after C-Section ward off baby blues? new trial investigates
NCT ID NCT06833788
First seen Jun 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study compares a single IV iron dose to daily oral iron pills for women with moderate anemia after a C-section. The goal is to see if IV iron reduces postpartum depression symptoms at 8 weeks. About 2,860 women will take part across multiple hospitals.
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CHU Armand -Trousseau, AP-HP Service d'anesthésie-réanimation chirurgicale
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What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Ferric carboxymaltose (IV) and Timoférol (oral iron)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that treating anemia after C-section with IV iron lowers the chance of postpartum depression.
What could go wrong
This is a phase 4 trial, but it's still early to know if iron type truly affects depression. Results may not apply to all women, and IV iron carries rare risks like allergic reactions.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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