Iron pills in pregnancy: how often to take them
Part of Blood & lymphatic, Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study compares different schedules of taking daily iron pills during pregnancy to find which one causes fewer side effects while still being effective. Women who need iron treatment may feel better on a schedule that is easier to tolerate.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 50 years old and pregnant
- Your doctor decided that you need to take iron pills
- You had a blood test to check your iron levels before starting the pills
- You are not taking a specific brand of iron pill called Tardiferon
- You do not have inflammatory bowel disease like colitis
- You have never had IV iron or a blood transfusion during this pregnancy
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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