Comparison Of Efficacy Of Iron Polymaltose Complex And Ferrous Sulphate In Iron Deficiency Anemia… (NCT06742528) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Comparison Of Efficacy Of Iron Polymaltose Complex And Ferrous Sulphate In Iron Deficiency Anemia In Pediatric Patients
Pakistan198 participantsStarted 2024-01-10
Plain-language summary
This study aims to compare the efficacy of two iron preparation for the management of children presented with iron deficiency anemia. Ferrous sulphate and lron polymaltose (ferric form) are most commonly used preparations. Both drugs are easily available in market and are often recommended by pediatriclans. The efficacy, bioavail.tbilily, side effects and cost of these preparations vary. This study is designed to find out a drug with better efficacy that can be used for treatment of iron deficiency anemia in local population.
Who can participate
Age range
6 Months – 5 Years
Sex
ALL
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Exclusion criteria
. Patients diagnosed as congenital aplastic anemia or thalassemia (Determined from medical record).
. Patients who were transfused in previous 4 weeks (will be determined on history)
. Children having mal-absorption syndrome and diarrheal illnesses. (will be determined on history and medical record)
. Gastrointestinal bleeding suggested by history of hematemesis (bloody vomit), melena (black colored stools) or bloody stools.
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.
1This trial is comparing two iron supplements — iron polymaltose complex and ferrous sulphate — for iron deficiency anemia in children, so could you explain what the main differences are between these two treatments and why it might matter which one my child receives?
2Since this trial is listed as Phase NA and is focused on measuring hemoglobin improvement, does that mean there's already some existing safety data on both of these iron treatments for children, and what are the known side effects we should watch out for during the study?
3If my child is enrolled and assigned to ferrous sulphate, which is already an established treatment, would that be any different from just receiving standard care outside of the trial — and is there any reason to prefer the trial over simply starting treatment now?
4How often would my child need to come in for blood tests to check hemoglobin levels during this trial, and is that something that would realistically fit into our schedule?
5Before considering this trial, should my child try one of these iron supplements on their own first, or is there a reason it would be better to participate in the study rather than going straight to standard treatment?
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.