Iron supplements for women with low iron
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial compares two types of iron supplements (Sucrosomial Iron and Ferric Maltol) to see which works better and causes fewer side effects in women with low iron levels. It may help if you have mild to moderate anemia and are not taking other iron supplements.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman aged 18 or older
- You have mild to moderate anemia (low red blood cells)
- You have not taken any iron pills or supplements in the past month
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
- You do not have a serious illness like active cancer, severe bowel disease, or a blood disorder like thalassemia
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