Daily Iron vs Every-other-day Iron for Pediatric Patients With IDA (NCT06550362) | Clinical Trial Compass
Not Yet RecruitingPhase 4
Daily Iron vs Every-other-day Iron for Pediatric Patients With IDA
100 participantsStarted 2026-05
Plain-language summary
Iron Deficiency Anemia (IDA) is a prevalent global health issue affecting a significant proportion of the population, including children. While daily oral iron supplementation is a common approach to treat IDA, concerns regarding side effects and compliance have led to exploration of alternative dosing schedules, such as every-other-day. This study aims to investigate the efficacy and safety of daily versus every other day oral iron supplementation in the management of IDA in pediatric patients.
Who can participate
Age range
1 Year – 18 Years
Sex
ALL
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Confirmed Iron Deficiency Anemia
* Pediatric patients (1-18 years of age) without regard of gender, race, ethnicity nor language.
* Able and willing to take oral iron (tablet or liquid).
Exclusion Criteria:
* Pregnant or lactating patients
* Known allergies or intolerance to oral iron formulations
* Concomitant chronic medical conditions affecting iron metabolism
* Short gut syndrome
* Celiac disease
* Inflammatory bowel disease
* Cancer
* Chronic kidney disease
* Blood transfusions in the past 3 months
* IV iron administration in the past 3 months
* Oral iron supplementation in the past 2 weeks
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Hemoglobin stabilization
Timeframe: Change between baseline and 3 months post-enrollment
2
Serum Ferritin stabilization
Timeframe: Change between baseline and 3 months post-enrollment