Description Module
The Description Module contains narrative descriptions of the clinical trial, including a brief summary and detailed description. These descriptions provide important information about the study's purpose, methodology, and key details in language accessible to both researchers and the general public.
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Description Module
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2025-12-24 @ 12:17 PM
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2025-12-24 @ 12:17 PM
NCT ID:
NCT00213161
Brief Summary:
The purpose of this study is to determine the smallest dose of Sprinkles, a single-serving package of iron and other micronutrients, to treat infants with iron deficiency anemia in India. Results have implications for programs using Sprinkles worldwide because lower doses of iron may have fewer side effects.
Detailed Description:
Iron deficiency anemia affects two thirds of children in most developing nations, and even mild anemia can have serious implications for child development. In India, government programs within India have been ineffective in controlling this public health problem due to the lack of effective iron supplements reaching children.
Our research group developed 'Sprinkles', an inexpensive micronutrient supplement which is a single-serve sachet of tasteless powder that contain encapsulated iron and other micronutrients. Parents can be easily instructed to mix the contents of one sachet into a bowl of any complementary food.
This study is part of a partnership and capacity development between interdisciplinary research groups at The Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto, Canada and the King Edward Memorial Hospital in India, aimed at developing a long-term program of research that will address iron deficiency anemia among infants and young children in India. For Sprinkles to be implemented into national programs in India, a comprehensive strategy is needed which includes a single, safe and effective iron dose for the Indian population.
This specific study is to conduct a community-based, randomized clinical trial in India to determine the appropriate dose of supplementation required for the target age group.
Study:
NCT00213161
Study Brief:
Protocol Section:
NCT00213161