Liposomal Iron 30 mg Supplement in Non-anemic Pregnant Females

Protocol Summary: Liposomal Iron Supplementation in Non-anemic Pregnant Females This observational study aims to evaluate the efficacy and safety of daily liposomal iron supplementation (30 mg) in non-anemic pregnant women during their second trimester of pregnancy. The study will focus on pregnant females aged 18-45 years with low-risk, singleton pregnancies who are non-anemic (hemoglobin ≥10.5) at 14-16 weeks gestation.

Primary Research Question:

Does daily supplementation with 30 mg liposomal iron effectively maintain maternal hemoglobin levels over 90 days? Measured by: The difference in maternal hemoglobin levels between baseline and after 90 days of treatment in women recruited at 14-16 weeks gestation.

Secondary Research Questions:

What are the effects of liposomal iron supplementation on serum ferritin levels? Measured by: Changes in serum ferritin levels between baseline and after 90 days of treatment.

What is the safety profile of liposomal iron supplementation during pregnancy? Measured by: Maternal gastrointestinal side effects monitored at each prenatal visit (day 30, 60, and 90).

What is the compliance rate with liposomal iron supplementation? Measured by: Participant-reported compliance assessed at each prenatal visit (day 30, 60, and 90).

Participants will:

Receive daily liposomal iron supplementation (30 mg) for 90 days. Attend regular prenatal visits for monitoring at days 30, 60, and 90. Complete questionnaires about compliance and any adverse effects at each visit. Undergo blood tests to measure hemoglobin and serum ferritin levels at baseline and day 90.

This multi-center study will involve 714 participants across 100 sites, with recruitment beginning in November 2024 and study completion expected by July 2025. The study's findings will contribute to understanding the role of liposomal iron supplementation in preventing iron deficiency during pregnancy and its potential advantages over traditional iron supplements in terms of tolerability and compliance.