Vitamins and minerals for pregnancy anemia prevention
Part of Blood & lymphatic clinical trials.
This trial tests whether taking a daily multivitamin and mineral supplement during pregnancy can prevent anemia in mothers living in Tanzania. If you are pregnant, under 20 weeks along, and at least 18 years old, you may be able to join.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant and less than 20 weeks along.
- You are 18 years of age or older.
- You plan to stay in Dar es Salaam until 6 weeks after your baby is born.
- You are not currently taking part in another nutrition study.
- You do not have a condition like sickle cell disease, hemoglobin C disease, or severe anemia.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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