To Compare The Effectiveness Of Intermittent Supplementation Of Oral Liposomal Ferric Pyrophosphate With Ferrous Sulphate In Children Between 6-59 Months In Rural Area Of Belagavi, Karnataka- A Randomised Control Trial

Abstract

Objective: To compare the effectiveness, compliance and safety of intermittent supplementation of oral liposomal ferric pyrophosphate(LFP) with ferrous sulphate(FS) in children between 6-59 months. Method: Randomized controlled trial was conducted among children 6-59 months at a primary health centre in Belagavi, Karnataka. Baseline sociodemographic data, anthropometric measurements, and haematological parameters were collected. Participants were randomized into two groups: oral LFP and FS. Both received 20 mg of elemental iron twice a week. After 3 months, assessed for changes in haematological levels, side effects, and compliance. Intra-group comparisons were conducted using independent t-test and Mann-Whitney U test and intergroup comparisons using the dependent t-test and Wilcoxon matched pairs test.