Comparison between Iberet Folic and Zincofer in treatment of iron deficiency anaemia in pregnancy.

Objectives: To compare the effect of Iberet Folic and Zincofer on haemoglobin (Hb) and serum ferritin level; and its adverse effect.

Methods: This randomised controlled trial conducted from January 2018 until December 2018. Pregnant women below 34 weeks of gestation, with Hb concentration less than 11 g/dL and serum ferritin level less than 12 ug/L were randomised to receive either one tablet Zincofer or one tablet Iberet Folate daily for four weeks.